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Supporting Young People
Suicidal Feelings
Parents' Information Service gives advice to parents or carers who may be concerned about the mental health or emotional wellbeing of a child or young personHow we can help
We know that being a parent or carer isn’t always easy. Although it’s often amazing and rewarding to watch your children or young people grow up, it can also be really hard work. Things might feel especially difficult if your child or young person is struggling with their mental health at the moment. Or if their mood and behaviour seem different, and you're not sure why or what you can do to help. But you are not alone.
We have lots of practical advice to help you support them – from encouraging them to open up, to navigating mental health services and finding them the right help. No matter what you’re going through, things can get better.
Call our Parents Helpline for free on 0808 802 5544.
We’re open Monday - Friday 9:30am - 4:00pm.
How we can help
This information is for parents, carers, family members and guardians of a young person. You might be:
- Worried about a young person's mental health
- Supporting a young person who's living with a mental health problem or experiencing something difficult
- Looking for ways to help yourself or find support for yourself
We know that supporting a young person can feel really worrying. You might be feeling overwhelmed, scared or unsure what you should do.
You're not alone – we're here to offer information to help you and the young person you're supporting.