Links for young people

If you are worried or anxious about your parents splitting up or want to talk about it, Childline can help. You can call them anytime on 0800 1111, chat online or email them through their website.

The 'My Family's Changing' resources are designed to offer help and support to children whose parents are divorcing or separating. They include ideas from other children who have been through similar experiences, along with games, spaces for children to write down and explore their feelings, and details of organisations that can offer further help.

This site has a directory of counsellors, some of whom concentrate on children and help for young people.

This is a government campaign to prevent young people, both boys and girls aged from 12 to 18 years old, from becoming perpetrators and victims of abusive relationships.

This app helps parents support their children through family separation and divorce (please note that NACCC is not recommending this as such, but it may be helpful to families).

This helpline is for parents and people concerned about bullying and child abuse. If you’re a parent, call the anti-bullying helpline on 0845 1205 204. Children should ring Childline on 0800 1111.

This service provides information, advice, advocacy and legal representation for children and young people aged 0-25 through a network of over 150 advocates. They can facilitate mediation between young people and parents on contact. Call the young people’s helpline on 0808 808 1001.

Supportline provides confidential emotional support for children, young adults and adults. Call the helpline on 01708 765200.

Resources and campaigns for children and young people in the care system. Call 0808 800 5792.

Resources and contact networks for young people whose parents are divorcing or separating.

Wondering about your rights? LawStuff provides legal advice and information for young people. LawStuff was set up to ensure that young people can find out their legal rights and get advice on what they can do. LawStuff looks at what happens if your parents separate and cannot agree on decisions about you, such as where you live and who you spend time with.