The World Health Organisation (WHO) has expressed its concern over the significant rise in the use of antidepressant drugs by children between 2005 and 2015. Reports show that the number of children being prescribed the drugs in the UK rose by 54% during that period, despite a fall after a warning in 2004 that some of the drugs may lead to suicidal behaviour. What are the concerns relating to … [Read more...]
Third Judy Wakefield Memorial Lecture raises over £400
Family Matters raised over £400 for the Barnsley Hospice on 5th March, when professionals from the court service, Cafcass, and local solicitors and social workers attended a lecture entitled "The Voice of the Child in the Court". The event was heavily oversubscribed and the waiting list was closed at thirty people. An update of their Listening to Children Matters project was provided by Tracey … [Read more...]
