Teen years are a time of great changes and life can be challenging for families with teens. Here is a selection of links to further information about a variety of issues that may be affecting your family and teens. Click here for information for your teens.
Gender Dysphoria– this is not a psychiatric disorder but can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression and self harming
Eating Disorders, Anorexia, Bulimia
Anxiety in Children/Teens, Depression in Children/Teens, Social Anxiety, Talking about Self Harm (video), Self Harm
CAMHS find out more about the Child and Adolescent Mental Health service
The Hub – safe, confidential, one-to-one support for young people
The Sunflower Project Bereavement support for young people
Alcohol and Binge Drinking, AA Guernsey, Al-Anon – support for families affected by someone’s drinking
Teen’s Guide to Stopping Smoking, Quitline – support for stopping smoking locally
Drug Addiction – getting help, Advice for Families of Drug Users, Drug Concern Local support for anyone affected by drugs or alcohol
Why are Teens always Tired, Teen Aggression and Arguments, Risk taking and Accidents
Exercise Recommendations for Children and Teens
Weight Are you a healthy weight? Check your BMI here, advice for losing weight and for those who are under weight
SHARE Nurses Sex and Relationship Education in Guernsey
School Nurses Guernsey school nursing service for 4-18 year olds. Information on immunisations and HPV.
Action for Children General counselling and support for 16-25 year olds not involved with other agencies
Youth Commission for Guernsey and Alderney
Child Protection – details of who to contact locally if you are worried about the welfare of a child or teen
Safer – offer help and support if you are in an abusive relationship or are experiencing domestic violence
More useful links from the Youth Commission
Health Connections Directory of local services