Online Support and Self-Help Resources

Support is also available online for both parents and young people: 

CAMHS Resources – Self-help guides 

NHS Advice for Talking to Teenagers 

NHS Mental Health Advice for Parents and Guardians 

NSPCC – Keeping Children Safe Online 

UK Safer Internet Centre – Internet Safety Guidance for Parents and Carers 

Additional Support  

Samaritans – United Kingdom & Ireland – All Ages 

A charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide. Whatever you’re going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. They’re there 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, waiting for your call. You do not need to have any credit or call allowance – the call is free. 

Website: www.samaritans.org 
Email: jo@samaritans.org (response within 24 hours) 
Phone: 116 123 

Childline – United Kingdom – Children and Young People Up to Their 19^th Birthday 

You can talk to a counsellor on the phone or access the online counseling service. Childline deals with any issues which cause distress or concern; some of the most common issues include child abuse, bullying, mental illness, parental separation or divorce, teenage pregnancy, substance misuse, neglect, and psychological abuse. 

Website: www.childline.org.uk 
Phone: 0800 1111 (FREE)