It can be tough growing up. Lots of children and young people can find themselves going through times where they experience mental health problems; perhaps feeling unhappy, anxious, stressed, or angry for prolonged periods.

It can be difficult to know how to cope and seek support – both for the children and young people themselves and for parents and carers looking after them.

In this section of our website, we guide you through the sort of information, help and support that is available to parents, to children and young people and those with additional needs, to help improve mental wellbeing.

Crisis Support

If you are really struggling and think you need more urgent help and support then there are people you can talk to who can provide more help and support.

Info for Children & Young People

If you are feeling anxious, sad, panicky or angry there is lots of advice and information that can help you.

Info for Parents & Carers

If you are a parent or carer and are worried about your child’s mental health, there is help and advice available.

Talk to Someone

You might find it useful to talk someone about how you are feeling.  There are lots of people you can talk to.

Useful Tools

From phone apps to videos, bogs and interactive games, there are lots of useful tools that can help you.

Local Support

You can also find support from organisations on the Island who can help you.