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Thousands of children are struggling with anger issues according to a recent report from Childline, who have seen an increase in calls in the past year from youngsters looking for support. Closer investigates…

Counsellor Kate Medlin answers your personal, sexual and emotional problems

In a few weeks most kids will be going back to school, or even starting at a new one. It can be an exciting time, but also an anxious one, so how can we help, asks Lisa Salmon

We can’t always control what happens to us, but we can manage how we deal with challenges. Our expert guide will help you survive (and even thrive) when things get tough

As soon as my son was born, I felt that primal urge to protect him from harm. I put childproof hinges on the cupboards and soft protective covers on the sharp corners. I checked on him in the night wh

Karen Simpson, 42, is a personal tutor who lives in Inverness with her husband Jared, 42, daughter Amy, 12, and son James, 10. It’s so important that children have access to current events – it helps