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Resource hub for young people

We have pulled together some website links and resources, which you may find useful.

Check out websites, apps, podcasts and other resources that are designed to support and hold young people in mind.

Action for Children is not responsible for the content of other websites.

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Sidekick

Sidekick is a confidential helpline for young people in the UK. They support young people aged 13 to 18 in the UK – and up to 25 if you have special educational needs.

sidekick.org.uk

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Kooth

Kooth is an anonymous site which helps children and young people (11-25) to feel safe and confident in exploring their concerns and seeking professional support.

kooth.com

The Mix

The Mix

The Mix is a digital charity supporting young people (under 25s) who offer advice and open conversations about a range of often difficult topics to talk about. If you have any questions, no topic is off bounds, offering support via their website, text or social media.

themix.org

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Winston's Wish

Winson's Wish is a childhood bereavement charity offering a wide range of practical support and guidance to young people and their families.

winstonswish.org

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YoungMinds

YoungMinds are a mental health charity for children, young people and their caregivers, making sure that all young people can be heard and get the help they need.

youngminds.org.uk

Podcasts

Kooth Podcast

Kooth Podcast

" Join us as we chat about everything mental wellbeing from building self esteem, to letting out our lockdown frustrations - as well as some guided meditation. We're a safe and accepting place for all listeners, so take a break from everyday stresses to sit back and enjoy our fun and interesting episodes..."

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Being Me

Being Me: A Teen Mental Health Podcast

"Being Me is a podcast focused on teen mental health and wellness, it features conversations with mental health experts, celebrities, athletes, and other teens discussing various aspects of teen mental well-being."

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What's On

What's On: Young Minds

"Join us for honest conversations with young people that shed light on the challenges and triumphs of navigating mental health, getting support and finding joy along the way. "

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She Persisted

She Persisted

"She Persisted is THE teen mental health podcast—made for teens, by a teen. In each episode, Sadie brings you authentic, accessible, relatable conversations about every aspect of mental wellness. She Persisted offers you a safe space to feel validated and understood in your struggle while encouraging you to take ownership of your journey and build your life worth living. "

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