ac [6.4] Explain ways of empowering children and young people to make positive and informed choices that support their wellbeing and safety.
On top of encouraging children and young people to maintain their health and safety, it is important to support their development by encouraging a positive self-image. Young people are particularly vulnerable during puberty as they are discovering who they are as adults, emotions are heightened at this stage in life. Children often have lots of opportunities to develop themselves during their lives and discovering their likes and dislikes and creating a sense of independence. Children and young people should be made aware they have the right to feel safe and make sure they know what to do if they don’t
On top of encouraging children and young people to maintain their health and safety, it is important to support their development by encouraging a positive self-image. Young people are particularly vulnerable during puberty as they are discovering who they are as adults, emotions are heightened at this stage in life. Children often have lots of opportunities to develop themselves during their lives and discovering their likes and dislikes and creating a sense of independence. Children and young people should be made aware they have the right to feel safe and make sure they know what to do if they don’t