Information about specific issues

We know that finding the right information and advice about specific issues can be difficult.

We have brought together some of the best resources on topics that young people face regularly to help you do just that.

Bullying can happen anywhere including at school, college, on social media sites or at work, and it can make you feel sad and scared. 

Bullying can be things like namecalling, hitting, stealing or making you feel bad about yourself. 
 
There are lots of reasons why people get bullied including because of their clothes, the music they like or because of their disability. It is not your fault but it is really important that you tell someone you trust such as a family member, college tutor or carer.  

Key websites: 
www.youngminds.org.uk/find-help/feelings-and-symptoms/bullying/ 
www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/types-bullying/ 
www.bullying.co.uk/general-advice/ 

The internet offers you access to information, communication with your friends and opportunities for exploring the wider world. 

You get a lot of benefits from being online. However, you should have good advice to make sure your experiences are happy and safe. If you see something that makes you feel unhappy or unsafe you should tell someone you trust who will be able to help you.  
 
Key websites:  
www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/staying-safe-online/ 
www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/

Young people often tell us that the most important thing to them is keeping in touch and having places to go to with their friends.

There are lots of ways you can keep in touch with your friends, including swapping phone numbers, using social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat etc. If you want to see your friends, you may want to go to each other’s houses, or go out to places like the cinema, a restaurant, clubs, bars or a local pub. 

Key websites: 
A good way to make friends is by joining a club or trying a new activity. Click here to find something to do.   
www.kidscape.org.uk/advice/advice-for-young-people/friendships-and-frenemies/how-to-make-new-friends/ 
www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/friends-relationships-sex/friends/top-tips-making-friends/ 

As you get older you may wish to start a relationship with someone else. 
 
This can be exciting but you may be worried about whether the person likes you or how to go about asking the person out. Talk to someone you trust, who can help you and advise. 
 
If you are thinking about having sex with your partner the Sexual Health Service can provide free and confidential sexual health advice if you are aged 13 and over. To learn more about the sexual health service click here. 
 
If you think you are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, you might want to speak with someone from LGBT groups. Local information for young peoplevvt can be found by clicking here.  
 
Key websites: 
www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/friends-relationships-sex/sex-relationships/healthy-unhealthy-relationships/ 
www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/sex-relationships/healthy-relationships/ 

School can be some of the best times of your life, but we know that isn’t always the case. From exam stress to worries about the future, there is advice out there for you. 

Key websites: 
www.youngminds.org.uk/find-help/feelings-and-symptoms/exam-stress/ 
www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study 
www.northumberland.gov.uk/Children/Northumberland-Local-Offer-SEND-0-to-25-years/Education-Schools.aspx 

Everyone feels sad, worried or stressed sometimes, but if these feelings are starting to impact you a lot, remember you are not alone and there is lots of help available for you. 

Key websites: 
www.kooth.com/ 
www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/ 
www.youngminds.org.uk/