For The Love of Children CIC

Not Joining In? | FTLOC Quick Guide

A practical guide to noticing barriers, uncertainty, overload, stress and first steps that may feel too big before judging a young person's response.

Look underneath the surface

Not turning up, not speaking, acting out, shutting down or saying no may relate to barriers, uncertainty, overload, stress or a first step that feels too big. Ask what changed, where it is better and what can be adjusted.