Emotional or mental ill health

What are the signs of emotional or mental ill health?

There are many signs that could indicate a child or young person may need some extra help or support. 

If you feel your child needs some extra support or help you can try using one or more of the early help and support services linked on this page, or you could talk to your child’s doctor or SENCo (special educational needs coordinator) for advice and support in understanding the best way forward.

Why might a child or young person’s emotional and mental wellbeing change?

Many things can affect a person’s wellbeing. For children with additional needs and disabilities there are even more added complexities that can have an effect on how they feel. The links on this page give more information.