Fighting for young people's mental health
We’re leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges
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General election 2019: take action for Act Early
Our campaign, Act Early, calls on the new government to work together to look after young people’s mental health and get early help to all young people who need it.
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How to support your friends when they're struggling with their mental health
Knowing how to support a friend who is struggling with their mental health can be tough, especially if we often find ourselves taking on other people's problems as our own. Lily, 22, shares her tips.
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How To Set Up Your Own Parent's Support Group
We know as parents you can often feel alone when trying to support your child's mental health needs. Here's our guide to setting up a Parent's Support Group to meet other parents with similar worries and issues.
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The next government must make young people's mental health a priority
As the country prepares to head to the polls for a general election, our CEO Emma Thomas emphasises the need for our next government to implement a cross-government strategy to look after young people's mental health.
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How living with a mental illness taught me the real meaning of friendship
Dealing with mental health struggles can put a strain on our relationships. Rebecca, 20, shares what living with a mental illness has taught her about the meaning of friendship.
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UK election 2019: where do the parties stand on young people's mental health?
With a general election set for 12 December 2019, here's what the three biggest UK-wide parties have promised to do for young people's mental health in their manifestos.
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Looking after your mental health at Christmas
Among all the fun and festivities, Christmas can be an overwhelming time. Calli gives her advice on how to look after your mental health over the holidays.
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What To Do If You Find Christmas Difficult
For all the fun and festivities of the holiday season, for many it can be a time of loneliness or anxiety. Beth writes about her experiences, and shares how she has found ways of making Christmas a wonderful time of the year.
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