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Supporting a Young Person with Mental Health Issues

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Supporting a Young Person with Mental Health Issues

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What is a common feeling experienced by parents of young people with mental health problems?

Pride and joy

Helplessness and frustration (correct)

Indifference and detachment

Anger and resentment

Who can provide support to parents of young people with mental health problems?

Only mental health professionals

Only family members

Only teachers and educators

Family, friends, and the community (correct)

What resource is available for free and confidential advice?

Parents Helpline (correct)

Local hospital's mental health department

Young Minds website

Carers UK website

What age range is the hub of information on Young Minds website focused on?

11-18 years old Signup and view all the answers

What can parents do if they don't have a support system?

Reach out to organizations like Carers UK and Young Minds Signup and view all the answers

What is a common experience for parents who are looking after a young person with a mental health problem?

Blaming themselves for the way their child is feeling Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to talk to people around you about supporting a young person with a mental health problem?

So you can get some emotional support and feel less alone Signup and view all the answers

What can be a helpful approach when supporting a young person with a mental health problem?

Trying to build up a clear idea about what you can do Signup and view all the answers

What is an important thing to remember about mental health problems?

They can affect anyone, regardless of background or circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential benefit of talking to your child about how you help them?

You will become more confident in your abilities Signup and view all the answers

What should you try to accept when supporting a young person with a mental health problem?

That you can't do certain things alone or change certain things Signup and view all the answers

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Looking After a Young Person with a Mental Health Problem

Caring for a young person with a mental health problem can create additional strains and worries.
You may feel guilty, helpless, and frustrated when trying to support them.
You may bear the brunt of their emotions and anger, leading to feelings of burnout.
It's common to feel that as a parent, you should be able to cope alone, but help is available.
Talk to people around you, such as family, friends, or a community, for support.
If you don't have a support network, organizations like Carers UK and Young Minds offer resources and tools to help.

Resources for Support

Carers UK offers a tool to find out what help is available in your area.
Young Minds has a hub of information for young people aged 11-18 and for parents.
Young Minds also has a free, confidential Parents Helpline for advice and support.

Managing Your Role

Recognize that you can't prevent someone else from having a mental health problem.
You're likely helping more than you think, and it's essential to acknowledge your efforts.
Try talking to the young person about how you're helping them already.
Focus on what you can do and accept that there are some things you can't do alone or change.

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Learn about the challenges of looking after a young person with mental health problems, including feelings of helplessness and frustration. Understand that it's common to struggle and that seeking help is important for both the caregiver and the young person.