It can be very worrying for children when they see or overhear their parents argue. Children who witness arguing regularly are more likely to suffer from anxiety or depression. It can have a negative effect on their schoolwork and it might lead to problems later in life when they form their own relationships.
On this page we will look at how you can support your child and reassure them that everything is okay.
Try these tips if you are worried about your child being affected by seeing you argue.
You can contact the Healthy Child Service team by calling Just One Number on 0300 300 0123 or texting Parentline on 07520 631590. Our opening hours are 8am-6pm Monday-Friday (excluding bank holidays) and 9am-1pm on Saturdays.
Family Hubs can provide information, advice, and guidance to families. They can help any family with a child or young person up to 19-years-old (25 for young people with a special educational need and/or disability).
Home Start provide expert help and support for families with young children who are going through challenging times.
The Early Childhood and Family Service provides help for 0 to 5-year-olds and their families. You can call 0344 800 8020 or email ecfs-families@actionforchildren.org.uk
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