Coping with Self-harm - A Guide for Parents & Carers
Developed from talking to parents and carers of young people, this guide is aimed at helping parents, carers, other family members and friends, cope when a young person is self-harming. It includes information on the nature and causes of self-harm, how to support a young person when facing this problem and what help is available.
Mental Health Support Services
Select your local authority using the buttons below to find Mental Health Support Services in your area.
Nationwide services can be found at the bottom of the page, here.
Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT)
Derby City Life Links
Wellness in Mind
Online/Nationwide Support
Kooth offers emotional and mental health support for children and young people aged between 11 – 24 years old.
Helpline support for anyone facing a mental health problem. The helpline offers an information and signposting service.
Shout is a 24/7 UK crisis text service available for times when people feel they need immediate support.