RECOGNISING THE WARNING SIGNS

within the maelstrom of puberty, fluctuating hormones and moodiness, this can be a tough call, so follow your gut instinct, particularly if your child is displaying prolonged changes in behaviour like these: ✢ Feeling sad or low

✢ Poor concentration

✢ Extreme tiredness and sleep problems

✢ Changes in eating habits ✢ Excessive drinking or drug use ✢ Sudden mood changes

✢ Anger and aggression ✢ withdrawal from friends and social activities

✢ Feelings of being overwhelmed ✢ Neglect of personal appearance ✢ Difficulty controlling emotions ✢ Inability to make decisions