Mental Health (Under 18)

It can be difficult as a young person dealing with mental health issues. It can feel very lonely. Parents or other family and friends may not know where to turn but there is plenty of help around.

This page has resources that are available and can be accessed without needing to see your GP. Most Mental Health issues can be dealt with by accessing these services. This includes:

Anxiety
Low Mood
Bullying
Behavioural issues
Self Harm (Mild to Moderate)
Poor Self Esteem
Bereavement

However if you are in a crisis you need to access help urgently by any of the following ways:

Calling the practice – 01773 602707
999 (if there is imminent threat to life)
Attending the nearest A&E

There are also other resources in a crisis that you can access, some 24/7:

Samaritans – samaritans.org or 116 123 (free 24hrs)
NHS 111 – 111.nhs.uk (free 24hrs)
Childline – childline.org.uk or 0800 1111 (free 24hrs)
HopeLineUK – papyrus-uk.org or 0800 068 41 41 (9am-12midnight)

Compass – Changing Lives Derby and Derbyshire Mental Health Support Teams and Early Intervention Targeted Support Services
Compass Changing Lives provides prevention and early intervention emotional wellbeing and mental health support to Children, Young People aged 5 – 18 and Families (CYPFs) across Derby & Derbyshire. Changing Lives is made up of two services, a Mental Health Support Team which supports schools and CYPF and the Early Intervention Targeted Support Service which provides support across the county and city. The services are made up of Emotional Wellbeing Practitioners, Education Mental Health Practitioners, Mental Health Practitioners and Senior / Supervising Practitioners from a range of health and education backgrounds. Low mood Sadness Low motivation Mild to moderate anxiety Irrational fears and concerns Common challenging behaviours: angry outbursts, pushing boundaries, frustration and distress Family and peer relationship difficulties Difficulty adjusting to change and transition Difficulty managing emotions Parents and carers can make a request for support here

Advice and support for mental health for young people and their families. Whether you want to understand more about how you’re feeling, get information about a mental health condition or find support, Young Minds can help. Young Minds also offer support for parents. Parents helpline – 0808 802 5544 available Monday – Friday 9:30am – 4:00pm Or, chat online via the chat icon in the bottom righthand corner of the screen. For more information, please visit the Young Minds website by clicking here.