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A guide for young people

Throughout our lives, there can be situations, feelings, and relationships that can make us feel stressed. This is okay and it is normal to feel stressed sometimes. But in some situations, we might feel so stressed that it is causing us to feel anxious, lose sleep or we might find it difficult to eat. If you are feeling like this, our information, real stories, and advice can help.

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Bullying

If you're being bullied, whether it's online or at school, university or work, it can be really difficult and leave you feeling hurt - but you are not alone. We have advice on how you can tell someone and get help.

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Eating problems

Everyone has a different relationship with food and eating, but if yours is taking over your life, then you might have an eating problem. But you’re not alone; we have advice and information on where you can get help and support.

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Exam stress

Pressure to do well in exams can be overwhelming and affect your mental health. Here's our advice if it's all getting a bit too much.

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Exam results stress: advice for young people

If you’re finding that the wait for exam results is making you anxious and stressed, here are some tips from other young people who have been in your shoes.

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Gender and mental health

Your experiences with your gender may affect your mental health. For some, this can be a confusing or difficult time, but it doesn’t always have to be this way.

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Looking after yourself at uni

Being at university can be a really exciting period in your life, but it can also feel stressful or overwhelming at times. Here are some ways you can look after yourself.

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How to recognise and manage stress at uni

Drawing on his own experience at university, guest blogger Liam talks about why it’s important for you to be aware of your mental health during times of pressure and change.

Panic attacks

When you have a panic attack, it can feel scary and overwhelming. But you are not alone and you can get through it. Here’s some information and advice that can help you.

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Problems at school

School can be a place that we enjoy but for some of us, it can be a tough time. If you are finding school difficult, there are ways that you can get the help you deserve.

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Sexuality and mental health

The experiences you have because of your sexuality can impact your mental health. Here's some information to help you get the support you deserve.

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Sleep problems

We all have problems with sleeping, waking, or having bad dreams sometimes. If sleep issues are affecting you, we have information and advice that can help.