Information for young people and teens (11 to 19)
Our 0 to 19 public health nursing service may be asked by another service or professional to complete a health assessment for your child if there are additional needs or concerns. This will only be done with your consent and, where appropriate, your child’s consent.
If you have any worries about your child’s health or wellbeing, you can speak to your GP, your child’s school, or education staff. We work closely with schools and can offer guidance, advice and support when needed.
ChatHealth
Young people can contact a 0 to 19 specialist public health nurse confidentially through ChatHealth on:
- Phone: 07520 619 750
- Open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm
They can get advice and support on a wide range of health topics. (See the ChatHealth section below for more information.)
These pages are written directly for young people, so you can look through them together with your child. Reading them as a parent also helps you understand the support and services available as they grow and become more independent.
Togetherness
Your brain is changing a lot during the teenage years, and that can sometimes make life feel confusing, exciting or overwhelming.
Ever wondered why your emotions feel bigger?
Why sleep can be a struggle?
Why friendships suddenly seem so important?
Learning about your brain can help make sense of it all.
This pathway explains what’s happening inside the teenage brain and how it can affect your feelings, relationships, decision-making and everyday life.
You’ll also pick up tips to look after your wellbeing, build confidence and develop healthy habits for the future.
