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Newsletter December 2022

Helping young people | Crimestoppers

Last year, it was reported that a knife or blade was used in a crime every 16 minutes. Find out ways Fearless helps to reduce crime amongst young people and ways that you can help too.

crimestoppers-uk.org

Childline offers support in a variety of areas, from school and relationships to abuse and mental health

Articles, online support groups and helplines for those who are dealing with eating disorders

Support, guidance and therapeutic services for children suffering from abuse at home

This site has links to information and tips ranging from how to boost your mood, to where to get help if you’re unable to cope.

Anonymous online support for mental health

Kidscape contains advice, programmes and workshops for children dealing with bullying

Concerned about a friend, or looking for help yourself? Papyrus offers assistance with mental health and suicide

Email and telephone support for anyone struggling with suicide

ReachOut contains links to a collection of self-help and support apps, from meditation to addiction assistance

Alcohol consumption tracking and assistance with alcohol abuse 

Gives important information on a wide range of drugs, and offers support for anyone who believes they or someone close to them is struggling with drug abuse

BeatPanic is an app that helps guide the user through raised anxiety or panic attacks

An app for improving various aspects of health, from focusing and sleeping better, to coping with stress and anxiety

The app version of Childline that provides 1-on-1 chat, tips and advice that can be locked and protected by the user

StayAlive is an app that provides quick access to crisis support helplines, as well as other useful features like wellness plans and a safety contacts page