Risk Behaviours - My Family Coach

At Risk Behaviours

Understand and support your child through challenging emotions and risky situations.

We’re here to help you have those difficult conversations, build your relationship with your child, and know when to seek professional support.

- How can I keep my child safe from drugs, smoking and alcohol?
- What can I do if my child self-harms?
- How can I talk about difficult topics like pornography?

Our At Risk Behaviours collection helps you find the best ways to support your child and understand the reasons behind their behaviour.

Understand feelings & emotions

Practical strategies to support

Ages & stages of emotional development

The At Risk Behaviour Collection

Talking to Your Child About Drugs, Smoking and Alcohol

Learn ways to start difficult conversations with your child about drug taking, smoking and drinking alcohol.

Concerned About Your Teen and Crime?

What can you do if you think your teen is involved in criminal activity?

Worrying Signs Your Child’s Becoming Radicalised

What to do if you're worried your child's been exposed to extremist views, or is becoming radicalised.

Is‌ ‌Your‌ ‌Child‌ ‌Having‌ ‌Suicidal‌ ‌Thoughts?‌

Find clues to your teen's suicidal thoughts, links to self-harm and how you can help.

Supporting Your Child if They are Self-Harming

We share short-term strategies and long-term ways to support your child if they are self-harming.

How Can I Keep My Child Safe on Social Media? | Dr Holly Powell-Jones

Expert guest, Dr Holly Powell-Jones, shares ideas to help you keep your teenager safe on social media.

Talking to Your Child About Smoking

Helpful tips on how to talk to your child about smoking without scaring them, including health risks and passive smoking.

What If My Child Shows Signs of an Eating Disorder? | Kerri Fleming

Find out about the signs your child may have an eating disorder and how you can best support them.

Talking to Your Teen About Smoking

Use these simple ideas for positive conversations if your teenager may be smoking or vaping.

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Why Self-Care Matters When Things Feel Hard | Dr Pooky Knightsmith

Podcast

Find out why it's important to think about your own care needs, particularly when you're supporting a distressed child.

Talking to Your Teenager About Bereavement

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Help your child come to terms with their loss and offer them the support they need to cope with a bereavement.

Simple Ways to Stop Your Older Child Lying

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Understand why your teenager lies and get them to be more honest, with these helpful tips.

Talking to Your Child About Drugs, Smoking and Alcohol

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Learn ways to start difficult conversations with your child about drug taking, smoking and drinking alcohol.

Is My Child Naturally ‘Naughty’?

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Learn why your child is not naturally 'naughty'. They're just trying to communicate with you.

Why Do Our Senses Affect Children’s Behaviour? | Jo Grace

Podcast

Find out why your child's senses can have a big impact on their behaviour and the best ways you can support.

What is Demand Avoidance?

Quick Read

Find out how to understand and support a child who struggles with demands.

What To Say When Your Teen Tells You About Abuse

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Learn what to do if your teen talks about abuse, the signs something might be wrong, and where to go for further support.

How to Recognise When Your Child Feels Agitated

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Find ways to calm your agitated child and explore the reasons behind their behaviour.

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