Getting help

MAGES is a research project and as such we are not able to provide mental health support.

If you are concerned about your mental health or your child’s mental health, you can contact your General Practitioner (GP) for help and advice.

There are also a number of useful websites where you can get help or support:

Helplines

The Samaritans

The Samaritans provide free, confidential emotional support for anyone in crisis 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. To access support, call 116 123.

You can also find a range valuable resources on the Samaritans website.

Childline

Childline provide a free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything. You can phone them on 0800 1111 or visit the Childline website to access a range of resources.

Useful websites

Young Minds

Young Minds discover information, advice and support for young people affected by mental health. Visit the Young Minds website to find out more.

Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families

The Anna Freud Centre runs a free network for school staff and allied professionals which shares practical, academic and clinical expertise regarding the wellbeing and mental health issues that affect schools. Visit the Anna Freud website for more information.

National Centre for Mental Health (NCMH)

NCMH is a research group made up of scientists from Cardiff, Swansea and Bangor Universities. They have produced a series of free information leaflets on a range of mental health conditions, including depression in young people and ADHD. You can download the leaflets by visiting their NCMH website.