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Let’s talk about pica: new resource

We’re Proud to share our new resource, Pica: supporting someone with severe learning disabilities who ingests non-food substances. Not the catchiest of titles, we know, but not everyone even knows what pica is!

Families have told us that when your loved one engages in pica behaviour, it can feel frightening and confusing. This guide has been developed to bring together clear information, real-life learning from our Family Support Team’s casework, and practical tools to help you feel more confident and supported.

Inside the resource, you’ll find:
-The UK’s most comprehensive information resource focusing on pica and written for families of people with severe learning disabilities
-A template letter to use to explain pica to professionals and ask for the right level of support, because not all schools and care providers know about the risks
-A guide to writing a Pica Support Plan to share what you know about your relative – and a template to get you started.

Like many of the CBF’s resources, it is designed to not only provide information but also help you to take action.

You can download the full resourcehttps://www.challengingbehaviour.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Pica-Resource.pdf

If you need information, signposting or emotional support, our Family Support Service is here for you. Email us at [email protected] or call 0300 666 0126 (Open: Mon -Thurs: 9am – 5pm | Friday: 9am – 3pm)

Did you know that we have UK Nation specific pages?

We offer support across all four nations, and if you're from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, you will find local, and relevant information on the following pages:

Scotland: Contact in Scotland
Wales: Contact Cymru
Northern Ireland: Contact NI - for families with disabled children

Read more about what we do on our website: https://ow.ly/TtZE50Rsg9z

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Join us for a relaxed and welcoming morning with other parents and carers!

📅 Wednesday 6th May 2026
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