Whether your problem is online or on solid ground, talking to a trusted adult is often a good starting point. But there are plenty of other ways to get advice and support – here’s our round-up of places which can help.
Samaritans offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you. You can call free round the clock, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Samaritans
Childline has practical tips on staying safe online and runs a free and confidential helpline where you can talk about anything. Call, chat online or email.
Childline
The Mix offers essential support for under 25s and can help with challenges such as mental health, money, homelessness, finding a job, relationships, breakups and drugs. There’s lots of useful information on their website or you can call, chat or text their confidential helpline.
The Mix
Think You Know has advice on staying safe online from the National Crime Agency’s Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) command. You can also report if you’re worried about online abuse.
Think You Know
YoungMinds provides help and support with mental health issues, such as coping with your feelings, depression, self-harm and eating disorders.
Young Minds
Ditch the Label provides advice and support for 12-25 year olds about mental health, relationships, bullying and identity.
Ditch the Label
And if you’re looking for career advice, find out how you can speak to someone or get more information with our useful list.
