Mental Health Advice and Support
There are lots of helplines and support groups for mental health and wellbeing. Some are specific to an issue, others give general advice and support to families.
There are many types of mental health issues. Listed here are the most common ones. It is always best to start by talking to your GP as mental health is complex and your child's anxieties may be a combination of factors.
The most important thing to do if you are worried about your child or teenager is to seek advice from a professional such as a GP, Educational Psychologist, Counsellor or talk to someone from the many support groups available for free.
Types of Mental Health Issues
There are many types of mental health issues. Listed here are the most common ones. It is always best to start by talking to your GP as mental health is complex and your child's anxieties may be a combination of factors.
Helplines and Support
NHS mental health advice and support
Children can get support at any time by calling 0800 1111 or going online to chat to a trained counsellor.
mental wellbeing support
support for young people in Sandwell
Black Country Emotional Support
NHS mental health support in Sandwell
information, advice and a confidential chat line for teenagers
How to access NHS mental health services
ThinkNinja is an app specifically designed to educate 10-18 year olds about mental health, emotional wellbeing and to provide skills young people can use to build resilience and stay well.
See, Hear, Respond Support Hub
Barnardo's emotional support hub with information and resources to support families
free educational resources on children and young people's mental health
supporting children's mental health
young people's stories, thoughts and feelings on mental health and wellbeing
7 ways to support children and young people who are worried
Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families free guide giving seven ways you can use CBT to help children and young people who may be experiencing anxiety.
Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in the UK. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope.
To start a conversation, text ‘TeamKPG’ to 85258. You’ll receive four automated messages before you’re connected to someone who will listen without judgement. This is usually within 5 minutes but if the service is busy, it can take a little longer
UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health.
No young person needs to feel alone with their mental health. Young people can get the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what.
Call 116 123 any time day or night to talk to someone who will listen without judgement
Mental health advice and information.
Support for young people struggling with mental health.
Confidential suicide prevention advice line for young people.
Anger Management
NHS advice on anger management.
ADHD
Signs and symptons of ADHD
Bullying and Cyberbullying
Advice on bullying at school.
Coping with online bullying.
Self Harm
Advice on self harm and suicide prevention
Self injury support for women and girls.
A guide for parents coping with their child's self-harm.
NHS advice on where to get help with self-harm.
Eating Disorders
Free confidential advice and support service.
NHS Advice on Eating Disorders
NHS advice on where to get help.
Let's Talk Eating Disorders confidential advice and support.
Low Self Esteem
NHS advice on raising self esteem.
ThinkNinja is an app specifically designed to educate 10-18 year olds about mental health, emotional wellbeing and to provide skills young people can use to build resilience and stay well.
See, Hear, Respond Support Hub
Barnardo's emotional support hub with information and resources to support families.
Free confidential helpline for anyone thinking about suicide.
Free online courses covering low mood, stress and resilience.
Anxiety and Depression
NHS advice on depression.
NHS advice on anxiety disorders in children.
Support services to cope with anxiety.
MIND online community for advice and support.
One to one peer support for under 25's.
Find the right therapist.
Suppporting young people with their mental health.
Fears, Phobias and Panic Attacks
NHS advice and support
NHS advice and support
Support and advice helpline for anyone suffering from panic attacks.
Obsessions and Compulsions
NHS advice and support.
Support and advice for anyone with OCD.
Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Substance Abuse
NHS advice on where to get help for addiction and substance abuse.
Drugs advice and support.
Action Rehab helpline for individuals living with addiction.