Mental health
Teenage years are often a difficult time for young people and their parents and carers. However if you are worried about your teenager's behaviour and think it is more than just a phase they are going through there are lots of things you can do to help the situation.
Try talking to your teenager about their problems and find a solution that involves your teenager taking action to improve the situation, rather than you trying to sort it out for them. If your teenager wants to talk to someone outside of the family there are lots of organisations that can help (see links below). You can also go to your GP to discuss ways to help and the possibility of getting a referral to see a therapist or counsellor.
Find out more about mental health on our young person's website
Links
Young Minds
Helpline and website providing info to parents with a concern about their child's mental health.
Got a teenager
Information, tips, support and guidance for you to help build your teenager's self-confidence.
Got a teenager
Risky behaviours: From trying alcohol or dabbling with drugs to running away from home or acting violently, it's important to talk about risks with your teenager to enable them to make safe decisions.
Got a teenager
Health and Wellbeing: Advice on peer pressure, Coping with change and loss, Body image, and Self harm.
Parentline Plus
Depression and anxiety in children.
Mind
National mental health charity.
