Central Vale Children's Mental Health Survey
In the Central Vale Cluster, they are trying to identify any gaps in Children's Mental Health and address the rising levels of mental health and neurodiversity in children.
Children in Wales are waiting for almost two years to get support with their mental health through the NHS, figures have revealed. The longest wait for a follow-up appointment within a specialist child and adolescent mental health service last year was 99 weeks in the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.
Leading mental health charity Mind Cymru described the figures as "very concerning" and has called for immediate action.
If you are between the age of 10 and 19 please consider completing the anonymous survey. The feedback will help us identify how the cluster can help address his rising issue and potentially add extra services that specialise in young people.
Resources
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Samaritans operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year, by calling 116 123. If you prefer to write down how you’re feeling, or if you’re worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org
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Papyrus offers support for children and young people under the age of 35 over the phone on 0800 068 41 41 between 9am and midnight every day of the year. If you would rather text you can do so on 07786 209697 or send an email to pat@papyrus-uk.org
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Mind also offers mental health support between 9am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. You can call them on 0300 123 3393 or text them on 86463. There is also lots of information available on their website.