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Need Some Help?
If you’ve got a problem or are worried about someone you know, it can be hard to know what to do to make the situation better. This page will give you the information about services and people that are there to help.
Are you worried about:
- abuse
- bullying
- family problems
- alcohol or drugs
- racism
- gangs
- school
- sexual exploitation
- sexuality
- violence
- physical health
- mental health
or any other issues?
Are you afraid to talk to anyone about your worries because:
- you are embarrassed
- you are worried people may not take your seriously
- you don’t trust anyone to keep your secret
- you think people won’t understand.
It can be very hard to talk about your feelings, but some problems won’t go away if you ignore them. Talking to someone can make you feel better and help you to find a solution.
Could you talk to:
- a close friend
- your parent or carer
- another relative
- a doctor
- a social worker
- a teacher
- a school nurse
- a neighbour
- a police officer?
Helpful organisations
If you want to speak to someone else, here are some helpline telephone numbers and website addresses:
- Childline – Tel: 0800 1111 website: Childline
- Connexions Direct (for 13-19 year olds) – Tel: 080 800 13 2 19 website: Connexions Direct
- Kidscape – website: Kidscape a Children’s charity, this website is for young people that gives practical advice on bullying and keeping safe
- NSPCC (The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) tel: 0808 800 5000 website: NSPCC
- The Samaritans – Tel: 08457 90 90 90 website: Samaritans
- Youth Access – Tel: 020 8772 9900. This organisation will put you in touch with local services that offer information, advice and counselling.
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