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If you need urgent help, please call 111 - then NHS non-emergency number. They have a specialist mental health nurse who can support adults and young people.

In a life threatening emergency call 999

Support for parents and carers

Looking after your family’s emotional and mental wellbeing is very important.

Find tips, guides, tools and activities to support children and young people aged 5-16 as well as yourselves.

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Support for new and expectant parents

Becoming a new parent can be a wonderful time but can also be difficult. For some, these feelings pass but for others it can impact day-to-day life.

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Support for parents and carers of 5-10 year olds

Being a parent, carer or guardian of a primary school age chid can be challenging. This section is to help support children aged 5-10 years old.

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Support for parents and carers of 11-16 year olds

Information to help if you’re a parent, guardian or carer of a child aged 11-16 years old who might be struggling with their mental health.

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Back to basics - support for parents and carers

Simple ways to help parents and carers make small changes to improve their children and family’s health and wellbeing.

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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.