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TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

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Psychiatrist shortages are a ticking timebomb
Sophie Pilgrim is shocked by the shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists in the NHS in Scotland, which is leaving many families struggling
OPINION 15 July 2014 Guest post
 
Selfie-obsessed and struggling to cope
Matt Forde believes the UK's obsession with body image is having a serious psychological impact on young people
OPINION 14 July 2014 Guest post
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Poor outlook for disabled youth hidden in Neet figures
Duncan Dunlop explains why a decline in young people classed as Neet is good news for some but not for those with additional support needs
OPINION 3 July 2014 Guest post
 
Harris is just like all abusers
Alison Todd from Children 1st on the lessons we can learn from the Rolf Harris case
OPINION 2 July 2014 Guest post
 
We can tackle child abuse together
Matt Forde argues that the conviction of Rolf Harris reminds us how important it is to work together to protect our children
OPINION 1 July 2014 Guest post
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Technology has killed Peter Pan
Claire Harvey argues technology is stifling young people’s imagination
OPINION 13 June 2014 by YouthLink Scotland
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Is the youth work sector there yet?
Jim Sweeney, chief executive of YouthLink Scotland, examines the impact of the new National Youth Work Strategy ahead of a debate in the Scottish Parliament
OPINION 5 May 2014 by YouthLink Scotland
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60 seconds with Colin MacLean
Colin MacLean explains why Scotland needs the Partnership Commission on Childcare Reform
OPINION 30 April 2014 Guest post
 
Closing the gap for deaf children
Heather Gray believes more action is needed to ensure deaf children get the same opportunities as everyone else
OPINION 25 April 2014 Guest post
 
What does the future hold for young carers?
Barbara Schuler questions whether reforming the laws in relation to carers will really improve life for young carers
OPINION 24 April 2014 by YouthLink Scotland
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