You're not on your own

Get support.

Free, confidential helplines and services across the UK for young people, parents and carers. Whatever you're going through, someone is ready to listen.

Support for parents & adults

Guidance for the adults supporting a young person — and for looking after your own wellbeing too.

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Parents and carers

YoungMinds Parents Helpline

Advice if you're worried about a child or young person's mental health or behaviour.

Opening hours
Mon–Fri, 9:30am–4pm
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A note on these services

Spark UK does not run these helplines and is not responsible for the content or availability of external services. Details such as opening hours can change — please check each organisation's website for the latest information. Sparks of Knowledge is a resource library, not a crisis or counselling service.