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Children and young people don’t always tell us what’s really going on. Loneliness, low confidence, peer pressure, comparison and stress can all affect whether they join in, make friends or even walk through the door. We explore five hidden challenges — and the simple ways holiday programmes can help.

Today’s teenagers have access to more information than ever before, but not all of it is accurate, helpful or positive. The Active, Healthy, Happy: Teen Edition activity book helps young people explore topics such as confidence, friendships, wellbeing, healthy habits and digital life through engaging activities, challenges and reflection. Designed to get teens off screens and talking about the things that matter most.

The idea of banning children from social media has sparked strong reactions. Some argue it’s unrealistic. Others worry it limits freedom or ignores deeper issues. But when we step back and look at the evidence - around mental health, attention spans, confidence, and real-world connection - it’s hard to ignore one truth: Children don’t need more screens. They need more spaces.

Give a child a camera and something magical happens. They stop rushing, start looking, and begin to notice details that adults often miss — a raindrop balanced on a leaf, the way shadows stretch across the pavement, or the smile of a friend caught in a split second.