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Children and thyroid disorders

Thyroid disorders are rare in children and newborn babies but if your child is diagnosed, it can be isolating and distressing. We have a variety of resources to help you understand more about how thyroid disease, and how it can affect young people, and to help you connect with others in a similar position. 



Congenital hypothyroidism

Congenital hypothyroidism

Learn about congenital hypothyroidism, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options Read more

Published: 1st February, 2022

Updated: 8th January, 2026

Author: Bethany Frost

Films for children

Films for children

Watch our film explaining thyroid disorders in child-friendly language Read more

Published: 1st January, 2022

Updated: 9th April, 2025

Author: Bethany Frost

Parent and carer guide

Parent and carer guide

A comprehensive information resource for parents of children who have been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder Read more

Published: 31st December, 2021

Updated: 22nd August, 2024

Author: Cheryl McMullan

Children's conference 2019

Children's conference 2019

BTF information day for families of children affected by thyroid disorders Read more

Published: 30th December, 2021

Updated: 28th June, 2023

Author: julia Priestley

Understanding thyroid function tests webinar - November 2021

Understanding thyroid function tests webinar - November 2021

Watch the recording of our 'Understanding thyroid function tests' webinar Read more

Published: 22nd November, 2020

Updated: 25th June, 2024

Author: Anna Woollven

Current research opportunities

Current research opportunities

Take part in surveys and contribute to thyroid research studies Read more

Published: 18th May, 2020

Updated: 6th November, 2025

Author: Bethany Frost

Further useful resources

Further useful resources

Find further sources of information and support for your child Read more

Published: 4th January, 2020

Updated: 28th June, 2023

Author: Anna Woollven

Rare thyroid disorders

Rare thyroid disorders

Find information about rare thyroid disorders Read more

Published: 16th September, 2019

Updated: 15th May, 2025

Author: julia Priestley

Children's research news

Children's research news

Read about the current research studies looking at thyroid disorders in children and young people Read more

Published: 10th August, 2019

Updated: 28th June, 2023

Author: julia Priestley

Telephone support

Telephone support

Need someone to talk to? Our BTF telephone support contacts are here to listen and chat Read more

Published: 19th August, 2017

Updated: 26th January, 2026

Author: Bethany Frost

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    Learn about how thyroid testing is used to diagnose and manage thyroid disorders

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    Psychological symptoms and thyroid disorders

    Read how psychological symptoms can accompany thyroid disorders and possible treatment and management options

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    Your thyroid gland

    What role does the thyroid gland have in our bodies? Watch our short film to find out more

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    Pregnancy and fertility in thyroid disorders

    Read how thyroid disease can affect conception and pregnancy and its management

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    Fatigue often comes hand in hand with a thyroid disorder. Read our tips on coping with fatigue

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