“How to Talk About Mental Health with Children and Young People” Video

NHS Forth Valley has shared a national video highlighting the importance of talking about mental health with children and young people.

The video includes tips on reaching out to children and young people and key points to mention, including consent and confidentiality, honesty and approachability.

There are also sources of support listed at the end of the video.

For further information, please view the video via Vimeo.

Alternatively, if you need to talk, support is available from:

• the NHS 24 Mental Health Hub by phone: 111
• Samaritans by phone: 116 123
• Breathing Space by phone: 0800 83 85 87
• texting SHOUT to 85258