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Worried about a child’s mental health

If you’re worried about a child or young person who may be suffering with their mental health, there is dedicated information and guidance on this website.

The guidance will help you understand where, how and when children and young people can get support. You will also find information on areas of concern, self-help advice and contact details for local and national support services. There is also tips and advice for young people to read themselves.

For more information, visit the support for parents of young children aged 5-10, support for parents of children aged 11-16, and support for young people aged 16-25 on this website.

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If you or someone you know needs urgent mental health help, please call 111 – the NHS non-emergency number. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is free from any phone. They have specialist mental health nurses who can support adults and young people.

In a life-threatening emergency, always call 999.