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The ways in which we think, feel, relate and behave all have their roots in early childhood. The saying “give me a boy till he is seven – and I will…

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Here are our new, free resources to help support bereaved and grieving children.

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Counselling Directory writer Kat responds to Angela Lansbury’s controversial claims.