Worried about a young person?
YoungMinds provides a telephone helpline service to parents with a concern about their child's emotional problems or behaviour. If you're a worried parent, call us at the YoungMinds Parents Helpline on 0808 802 5544. Our opening hours are 9.30am-4pm Monday to Friday . Calls from landlines and mobiles are free.
I'm concerned about ...
The YoungMinds Parents Helpline hears from parents of all backgrounds. Find the topic that concerns you here.
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School support
Find out how YoungMinds can raise awareness of mental health in your school.
Supporting YoungMinds
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Frequently asked questions
What other parents are asking:
Will the YoungMinds Parents Helpline keep what I say confidential?
Parents Helpline forum
You can also now share your problems online with other parents via our forum.
Talk to someone
If in doubt, talk to someone at the YoungMinds Parents Helpline. Find out more about how the service works.


