How To Identify A Young Carer
Each young carer is unique however there may be some identifying features which may bring caring responsibilities to the attention of professionals.
- Anxiety or concern over a relative
- A need or desire to be in regular contact with home
- Regularly late to school or absent
- Secretive about their home life
- Often tired, distracted withdrawn or anxious
- Low self esteem and self confidence
- Poor relationship with peers, can be isolated or a victim of bullying
- May take on a caring role for others
- May demonstrate confidence when interacting with adults
- Outbursts or amplified responses
