Mental health
Understand what may be happening.
Clear starting points for emotional difficulties, diagnosed conditions and concerns that need professional assessment.
You can start before you have a diagnosis
The pages in this section introduce concerns and help you prepare useful questions. They are not symptom tests and cannot tell you whether you have a condition. Persistent difficulties affecting everyday life are a reason to speak with a qualified professional. Source: NIMH — Children and mental health
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Depression
Signs, assessment, treatment and practical support for family, school or university.
Anxiety and panic
Questions for assessment, therapy options and help with everyday life.
OCD
Understanding the pattern and asking informed questions about specialist care.
Trauma and PTSD
Age-appropriate assessment, therapy, safety and support without pressure.
Bipolar disorder
Why assessment needs care and what history to bring to an appointment.
Eating disorders
Specialist assessment beyond assumptions about appearance or body size.
Self-harm support
Compassionate guidance for young people, parents and friends.
Psychosis
Responding to concerning changes and seeking prompt assessment.