When we think about child against parent aggression (CAPA), it’s easy to focus only on the behaviour we can see: the shouting, the physical aggression, the breakdown in communication. But to truly support families, we need to dig deeper...
A huge thanks to this family for allowing us to share this poem, they received support from us. "We have no hesitation to share these words, especially if they give hope for doubting parents. Your meetings have changed the support we can give her...
In the coming months, thousands of teenagers across the UK will sit their GCSEs. It’s the culmination of years of schoolwork and, for many, a gateway to the next stage of life. But for some young people, it doesn’t feel like that at all. Instead, exam season can bring fear, anxiety, pressure, and conflict—especially at home.
Many parents are finding themselves in daily battles. Conversations about revision turn into shouting matches. Doors slammed. Tears shed. Some young people may even tip into behaviour that feels unacceptable or unsafe—verbal and physical aggression, or complete withdrawal.
At Capa First Response, we work with families every day who are walking this exact path. And we want you to know this: there is nothing wrong with your parenting. This is hard. For all of you.
Information and the video of the fantastic session from Eliza Fricker. In the video you can hear Eliza talk through her family's experience with school avoidance, PDA and how it brought her to start illustrating and writing books for parents/carers and for young people themselves. She shares the story behind 'Can't not Won't' - the book that became a Sunday Times Bestseller.
What Does the Term "Abuse" Mean to You? How would you feel telling people that your 4 or 5-year-old child is abusive? What about your 14 or 15-year-old? The term "abuse" is widely recognised in the context of domestic violence, often describing a perpetrator who...
This week is Anti Bullying Week. If your child is experiencing bullying, it can impact every aspect of their life, from their mental well-being to their relationships with family and friends. Children who are bullied may feel stressed, anxious, and angry, sometimes...