The biggest barrier to effective engagement with young people...tiredness
As many professionals know there are many barriers to working with children and young people. This list includes, but is not limited to, home life, family, friends, schooling, environment, mental health, drugs and alcohol, peer relationships, social deprivation and more. I have been fortunate enough over the years to have worked with talented and dedicated staff who have accomplished great things with the children and young people they support. Many of the issues mentioned pr