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Support with managing mental health
Some young people find they need additional support to help manage their mental health.
This might be because:
- Their difficulties are not improving or are getting worse
- Their difficulties are so bad that they are stopping them from doing things, such as going to school or looking after their physical health
- They are engaging in risky ways of managing their mental health such as self-harming
If this sounds like you, it is important that you reach out for more support. You can do this by:
- You can tell a parent, carer or teacher who can help you access the services you need.
- The NHS offers a range of specialist services for young people with mental health difficulties – your GP or school nurse can make a referral to Triage and Navigation who will be able to send your referral to the most appropriate service to meet your needs. Alternatively you can click here to self-refer to Triage and Navigation using the self-referral form.
- You can see your GP. Click here to book an appointment or find a GP surgery.
- If you are a refugee or asylum seeker, you can make an appointment with a GP. Click here for more information.
- If you need urgent NHS mental health support, you should call the Mental Health Central Access Point on 0808 800 3302. This is a freephone helpline open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for people of all ages in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
- The NHS offers specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health services (CAMHS) for young people with significant mental health disorders – your GP or school nurse can make a referral if appropriate.
- Tellmi is a safe, anonymous app where you can talk about absolutely anything. From anxiety to autism, dating to depression, or self-harm to self-esteem, sharing your experiences with an online community helps you to feel better. You can visit the Tellmi website or download the app from your phone’s app store.
- ChatHealth is an NHS service offered to 11-19 year olds. You send a question to a professional by clicking the ‘Start a chat’ bar on the bottom left of the screen or by texting a question to the following numbers: If you live in the Leicester City text: 07520 615 386 or if you live in Leicestershire and Rutland text: 07520 615 387
How to get help
If you have any more questions on this area or would like to speak to somebody about this topic, have a look at the links or search for your local services in the blue box below. Alternatively you can always contact your school nurse.
Find help in your local area
Find help in your local area
Find out what services are available to you in your area. Remember your school nurse is always there to give you confidential help and support.