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Odds are, you probably have! Mindfulness has become more and more popular in recent decades and has become almost a sort of buzzword. But what does it really mean? How can it be practised? And what may be benefits of it, especially for young people? “a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the…

We have all experienced a sleepless night at some point, tossing and turning, trying to fall asleep but just not being tired, yet etc… For many people, especially teenagers a lot of these sleep disturbances are the norm. Specifically neurodivergent teenagers appear to be disproportionately affected by a number of issues related to their sleep. Sleep…

The Mix is an online based UK charity for under 25s. Their aim is to provide support and information quickly and now matter how uncomfortable the question. The “Get Info” tab on their website offers interesting posts and articles about a variety of topics from mental health to homelessness. Here anyone can find interesting information…

In the first half of 2024 80% of CAMHS referral took up to 18 weeks. For many young people struggling with their mental health this can be detrimental to their well-being, home life and education.One charity that aims to offer quick and easily accessible help is Stop.Breathe.Think. Stop.Breathe.Think is a national UK charity offering free…

The FRANK service was established in 2003 by the Department of Health as an anti-drug advisory service. Their website provides comprehensive information about a variety of legal and illegal drugs as well as advice on peer pressure. The “Drugs A-Z” section offers information on over 100 drugs including those not commonly in the media “spotlight”.…

Health for Teens is a website owned by the NHS that aims to provide those aged 11-19 with answers to any health-related questions they might have. The news-style website contains articles and videos on a variety of topics: The Growing Up and Health sections cover topics such as puberty, common health conditions, neurodiversity and many…

Teen Sleep Hub is a website owned by The Sleep Charity. The Sleep Charity provides information and support on how to get a good night’s sleep, common disorders affecting sleep and life style choices we can make to improve our sleep. The NHS recommends a minimum of 8h of sleep per night for 12-18 year…

YoungMinds is a UK charity supporting young people with their mental health. Their mission is very clear: no young person should feel alone with their mental health. Navigating life as a young person can be an incredibly difficult task and talking about their feelings can be a daunting task for the young person and the…