Signposts for Wellbeing
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We know that support doesn't stop being important just because the school day or term has ended. While holidays are exciting for many, they can also be a challenging time.
If you need someone to talk to over the holidays, during evenings, or on weekends—or if you are worried about a friend—please reach out to the resources below. You don't have to carry it alone.
If you need urgent support:
Urgent Help
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Call 0300 102 2470
Text HOPE TO 88247
Email pat@papyrus-uk.org
Live webchat via the button on screen.
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In addition, there are other fantastic organisations and charities that support young peoples’ wellbeing:
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Papyrus is a young person's suicide prevention charity. They provide urgent support through HopeLine 24/7, training, campaigns and conversations that save lives.
Call 0300 102 2470, Text HOPE TO 88247 or Email pat@papyrus-uk.org
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Confidential help and advice. It’s safe and easy for you to speak to a qualified health professional. Just send a message, you don’t have to give your name. Discreet and quick. It only takes one message to start making a difference. You’ll get confidential advice from trained health staff in your area.
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Hampshire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is a NHS specialist service that aims to help young people aged 5 -18 years and their families who are finding it hard to manage their emotional and psychological health, and who are suffering with acute, chronic and severe mental health problems. If you are worried about a young person please check out the specific guidance on our help pages in relation to the mental health difficulties that they may be experiencing.
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Further Resourses:
Expanders
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Exam Stress
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Advice on exam stress, revision tips, and the build up to Results Day - https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/exam-stress/
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Top tips on exam stress, how to stay motivated, and how to look after your wellbeing during exam season - https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z8dw239
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Digital Wellbeing
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Support for dealing with online bullying - https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/types-bullying/bullying-social-media/#Blockingandreporting
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Dealing with online safety concerns - https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/online-reporting/
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Sleep
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Tips and advice on how to sleep better, tweaking your routines, or to understand the science behind your sleep patterns - https://teensleephub.org.uk/
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A guide for young people on sleep and mental health, what causes poor sleep and how it might affect you - https://www.mind.org.uk/for-young-people/feelings-and-experiences/sleep-and-mental-health/
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Physical Health
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Information how to promote physical health and the benefits this has on mental health - https://www.healthforteens.co.uk/
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Anxiety
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Key information about Anxiety and how it differs from normal feelings of worry - https://www.healthforteens.co.uk/feelings/anxiety/
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Support for young people - https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/mental-health-conditions/anxiety/
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Websites & Apps
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Kooth for Children & Young People. Whatever you're feeling, we're here to help. Get free, safe and anonymous support - https://www.kooth.com/
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ThinkNinja is a mental health app designed for 10 to 18-year-olds. Using a variety of content and tools, it allows young people to learn about mental health
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The Mix is a UK-based charity that provides free, confidential support for young people under 25. Our website offers advice on mental health, relationships and more - https://www.themix.org.uk/
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Quotes
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The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
“When adults make decisions they should think about how their decisions will affect children. All adults should do what is best for children.”







