Last updated by charlotte.lang@essex.gov.uk on Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Findings from Childline data show: mental and emotional health and wellbeing are the top reasons children contact Childline; and 30,000 of these counselling sessions were specifically related to stress and anxiety. 

 Adults can support young people’s wellbeing in a range of ways, including:

• letting them know you're there for them and are on their side
• being patient and staying calm and approachable, even if their behaviour upsets you
• recognising that their feelings are valid and letting them know it's okay for them to be open and honest about their emotions
• thinking of healthy ways to cope together, like yoga, breathing exercises or mindfulness

Take a look at the Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health pages on the ESCB website to find out about local services.