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Promoting world-leading #research, professional practice training and policy engagement that meet the needs of families and children in a changing world. 💡 https://ruddcentre.com/ #RuddCamResearch
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New film! 🎬 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.'
"The inspiring work of the charities & groups featured here speak to some of the most pressing issues in society today..." Introduction by Prof G. Harold. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
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Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need
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New film! 🎬 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.'
"The inspiring work of the charities & groups featured here speak to some of the most pressing issues in society today..." Introduction by Prof G. Harold. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
👉 youtu.be/aFiUzMhMTlU
Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need
YouTube video by Rudd Research Centre
youtu.be
February 11, 2026 at 2:25 PM
New film! 🎬 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.'
"The inspiring work of the charities & groups featured here speak to some of the most pressing issues in society today..." Introduction by Prof G. Harold. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
👉 youtu.be/aFiUzMhMTlU
Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need
YouTube video by Rudd Research Centre
youtu.be
February 11, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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New trailer! 🎬 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.' by community filmmaker Rhi Forbes. We'll be sharing our short community film soon!
Marking @place2becharity.bsky.social #ThisisMyPlace #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
February 10, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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What are co‑habiting adults most common arguments? @the-independent.com Our Director Prof G. Harold contributed "...Where conflicts can be managed constructively, resolved effectively and where blame can be avoided, most individuals and couples can adapt and function positively."
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Bins, heating, switching off the lights: Top household arguments for couples revealed
Here's the full list of what can drive us into a white hot rage when living with a partner
www.independent.co.uk
February 10, 2026 at 5:39 PM
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Today we’re celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science 👩‍🔬

Meet Amy Weatherup — one of many women at Cambridge driving innovation in science and technology.

Discover how she’s shaping the future of enterprise at the link below👇

https://bit.ly/46L5TJw
Championing Cambridge innovation
For the last two decades Amy Weatherup, successful founder and pillar of the Cambridge Cluster, has been helping students develop their entrepreneurial skills.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:43 AM
What are co‑habiting adults most common arguments? @the-independent.com Our Director Prof G. Harold contributed "...Where conflicts can be managed constructively, resolved effectively and where blame can be avoided, most individuals and couples can adapt and function positively."
bit.ly/4r9Stz5
Bins, heating, switching off the lights: Top household arguments for couples revealed
Here's the full list of what can drive us into a white hot rage when living with a partner
www.independent.co.uk
February 10, 2026 at 5:39 PM
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Today is #SaferInternetDay! 🌐

Online bullying remains one of the most common and harmful forms of bullying children and young people face - and it requires urgent action. #OnlineSafety #AntiBullying

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February 10, 2026 at 2:35 PM
New trailer! 🎬 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.' by community filmmaker Rhi Forbes. We'll be sharing our short community film soon!
Marking @place2becharity.bsky.social #ThisisMyPlace #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
February 10, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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This theme is a powerful reminder of the importance of self-acceptance & belonging. At our groups & across everything we do, the message is clear: This is your place. Here, you are accepted, valued, celebrated, & you belong. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek 👉 @place2becharity.bsky.social
February 9, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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Trailer! 🎬 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.' by filmmaker Rhi Forbes. "The inspiring work of the charities & groups featured in this film speak to some of the most pressing issues in society today." Director Prof G. Harold. #CMHW
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Trailer Showcasing Support – Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.
YouTube video by Rudd Research Centre
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February 9, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Trailer! 🎬 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.' by filmmaker Rhi Forbes. "The inspiring work of the charities & groups featured in this film speak to some of the most pressing issues in society today." Director Prof G. Harold. #CMHW
youtu.be/OmIShbiclig
Trailer Showcasing Support – Highlighting the Needs of Those Most in Need.
YouTube video by Rudd Research Centre
youtu.be
February 9, 2026 at 1:32 PM
To mark Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week, we'll be sharing our short film soon, 'Showcasing Community Support - Highlighting the Needs of Those in Need.'
Watch this space for updates! 🎬 #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
February 4, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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February 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Please follow us on LinkedIn too! 😊https://www.linkedin.com/company/100579604
The Andrew and Virginia Rudd Research and Professional Practice Centre, University of Cambridge.
February 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Students with EDs face systemic challenges, but targeted improvements—such as dual GP registration and shared care plans—can make a big difference. Study link:
Seeking support for an eating disorder: a qualitative analysis of the university student experience—accessibility of support for students - Journal of Eating Disorders
Background While there is increased concern around mental health problems in universities, the experience of students with eating disorders (EDs) has received less attention. This is problematic as…
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January 19, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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Help shape Anti-Bullying Week 2026 & influence national anti-bullying work!

You can nominate up to 3 pupils (13–18) to join Young ABA, the Anti-Bullying Alliance’s youth advisory group.

🗓️ Apply today!

📍NI: bit.ly/3YEuGuj
📍England & Wales: bit.ly/3Y7YsHW
January 19, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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We’re proud to support @samaritans.bsky.social Brew Monday campaign ☕

People can feel low on any day of the year but connecting over a cuppa is a great way to check in with each other.

Find out more 🔗 bit.ly/3aaYyUD
January 19, 2026 at 9:53 AM
It’s more important than ever to take the time to check in with the people we care about. That’s why we’re getting together for #BrewMonday this year to raise vital funds and awareness for
@samaritans.bsky.social ☕ 💚 bit.ly/3aaYyUD
January 19, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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Congratulations to the smash hit Netflix drama #Adolescence at the Golden Globes.

The series highlights the harms of social media for young people.

In a 2-part blog, Prof Gordon Harold stressed the need to better support parents in protecting children’s mental health online.

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January 12, 2026 at 9:21 AM
Wishing all our Rudd Centre supporters, friends and collaborators a very happy and healthy #NewYear! 🎉
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January 1, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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🎄 Prevent sexual & sexist bullying with today’s #ABAAdvent gift. 🎁 Download our guidance and take action. 🌟 Access here: anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/defaul...
December 16, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Get a FREE ebook! In 2025, we ran webinars that brought together leading international experts to share evidence-based, practice-focused insights on mental health. Take a look a this overview with our FREE ebook. https://www.acamh.org/blog/2025-a-year-of-shared-learning/
2025: A Year of Shared Learning (get your FREE ebook)
In 2025, we ran a rich programme of webinars that brought together leading international experts to share evidence-based, practice-focused insights on key topics such as school mental health, autism a...
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December 12, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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We’re growing our team at the Bennett School of Public Policy and are currently hiring a Professor of Public Policy, and a Research Assistant.

Find out more on our website and apply:
www.bennettschool.cam.ac.uk/about-us/car...
December 15, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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We're looking for a Professor of Public Policy to join our senior leadership team.

They'll play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses, & make a significant contribution to its research & research leadership.

Apply by 9 February 2026: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/profess...
December 10, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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