The complete list of all life-guiding messages for young people – click the titles for further information
Condoms are effective only if used correctly so check the instructions on the packet. They are the only contraceptive method that protect against sexually transmitted infections as well as pregnancy.
What you put on twitter and facebook can be read by anyone at work; there may be repercussions if your company thinks you are misrepresenting their employees.
Internet trolls: the only things they know about you are the bits you’ve told them. This includes what they can match up about you with a few simple Google searches.
You can choose what words from others that you let into your heart. Don’t let bad ones in and certainly don’t believe them – you’re the only expert on yourself and know what’s right and what’s wrong.
Leeway offers a range of community services especially for children and young people (aged 5 – 19 years old) in Norfolk: one-to-one support, group work, and an advice line. Call them on 0845 241 2171.
Each child/young person may respond differently to experiencing or witnessing domestic abuse, some common long-term effects are: anxiety, depression, withdrawal, nightmares, bed wetting, low self esteem, aggressive behaviour, eating disorders, underachieving at school.
There is a strong connection between domestic abuse and child abuse. Research studies have found that in 40-60% of cases when women are being abused, children are also being abused.
A third of children present try to intervene to protect their mothers and therefore may get caught in the middle of the abuse. The child may see the mothers injuries after the abuse or may be forced to witness it.
At least 750,000 children/young people a year witness domestic violence. In 90% of cases children and young people are in the same or next room.
“Norfolk Says No” is a campaign running this week to raise public awareness to eliminate violence against women as part of a global movement, and the support services available.