Mental Health and Wellbeing Support by

Arthritis UK

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:42:37 UTC

We are Arthritis UK. We’re the 10 million people living with arthritis. We’re the carers, researchers, healthcare professionals, friends, parents, runners and fundraisers all united in our ambition to ensure that one day, no one will have to live with the pain, fatigue and isolation that arthritis causes.

CCAA

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:44:30 UTC

CCAA is a charity supporting children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) in England and Wales. The charity is run by a group of volunteers who have been affected by the condition through personal experiences. They are extremely passionate about supporting families and providing a local support network around the UK for children with arthritis and their families.

JAR

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:45:41 UTC

Juvenile Arthritis Research is a charity making a difference to the lives of those affected by juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). We are a parent-led charity with direct experience of JIA, and are run entirely by volunteers

LUPUS UK

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:48:56 UTC

LUPUS UK is the only national registered charity supporting people with systemic lupus and discoid lupus and assisting those approaching diagnosis.

JIA at NRAS

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:49:59 UTC

JIA-at-NRAS is a part of the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS). We provide information and support services for those affected by juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), their families, friends, carers, and health professionals.

SNAC

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:51:59 UTC

SCOTTISH NETWORK FOR ARTHRITIS IN CHILDREN exists to provide factual, practical, and emotional support for children with arthritis and their families. We work with children and families across Scotland while raising public awareness of childhood arthritis.

Rare Autoinflammatory Conditions Community

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:53:52 UTC

Our mission is to support patients, families and carers affected by autoinflammatory conditions in the UK. We provide consultation for individuals living with autoinflammatory symptoms. We do our best to provide action plans, and emotional support to help people living with our conditions on a day to day basis.

The Wren Project

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 14:58:15 UTC

The Wren Project is a place where individuals, diagnosed with autoimmune disease, can talk about the emotional and social impact of living with a chronic condition. It is a place free from judgement or advice. It is a place to feel heard as you are, validated in your experience. (18+)

Shout

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:00:48 UTC

Text SHOUT, for free 24/7 support across the UK if you are experiencing a mental health crisis.

•If you need urgent help text YM to 85258

•All texts are answered by trained volunteers, with support from experienced clinical supervisors

•Texts are free from EE, O2, Vodafone, 3, Virgin Mobile, BT Mobile, GiffGaff, Tesco Mobile and Telecom Plus.

Childline

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:02:17 UTC

Call Childline for free to speak to someone about what's happening and how you're feeling. Call 0800 1111 or get in touch online. It’s confidential and you don’t have to give your name if you don’t want to.

Samaritans

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:04:02 UTC

Call The Samaritans free helpline. It's open 24 hours, 365 days of the year. Call free any time, from any phone, on 116 123. Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you.

CAMHS

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:07:20 UTC

Talking can really help. Most talking therapies involve meeting with someone or talking by phone, individually or occasionally in groups - with the aim to work with you to help you understand your thoughts and feelings and help you find your own answers. Sometimes you can self refer, but sometimes you’ll need someone to refer you.

Either your Rheumatology team at the hospital or your GP will talk with you about services available and make referrals as needed. They may make a referral to the CAHMS service.

The Mix

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:11:37 UTC

The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from mental health to money, from homelessness to finding a job, from break-ups to drugs. Talk to us via our online community, on social or our counselling service.

Kooth

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:16:41 UTC

Kooth is an online mental wellbeing community. It offers free, safe and anonymous support. Kooth offer 1-2-1 virtual counselling and also lots of activities and information to boost your wellbeing.

Kooth offer:

Free, anonymous support: the chat service is free, and you don’t even have to give your name.
Real people, not bots: the professionals you speak with in the chat service are real people who want to listen to you.
A safe space to talk: the Kooth chat service is a safe space for support accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychology (BACP).

Anna Freud

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:19:15 UTC

At Anna Freud, our vision is a world where all children and young people are able to achieve their full potential.

A world in which they and their families get support that is designed with their input, available at the right time, and meets their needs, so that they can develop their emotional and mental health.

Young Minds

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:27:14 UTC

Young Minds is the UK’s leading charity fighting for a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health. They have a range of information, advice as well as resources including things like wellbeing activities, toolkits and webinars to help improve young people's mental health.

The Mix

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:31:09 UTC

The Mix is the UK’s leading digital charity for under 25s, reaching over 6 million young people each year. Whatever issue a young person is facing, The Mix is always there for them – via our website, text, or social media. Our support is free, confidential and anonymous and can be accessed wherever young people are. The Mix’s mission is to empower every young person to make an informed choice about their wellbeing; whether that’s through our peer-led and moderated community, one-to-one webchat, counselling service, crisis support messenger or our range of support content.

CCAA Wellbeing Hub

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:32:11 UTC

Wellness is a state of being. It is so important to look after your mental health and wellbeing. There are many things you can try to take care of your wellbeing, but it’s not always easy and what might work for some, might not work for others. Knowing where to start can sometimes be the hardest part. In the CCAA Wellbeing Hub we have brought together some resources and information that we hope may help you and your family during your JIA journey.

Hub of Hope

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:38:07 UTC

Hub of Hope is the UK’s leading mental health support database. It is provided by national mental health charity, Chasing the Stigma, and brings together local, national, peer, community, charity, private and NHS mental health support and services together in one place for the first time. You can search for services in your particular area.

Private Counselling Services

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:41:38 UTC

You can arrange and pay for your own counselling service; it is important you feel comfortable with who you are talking too and that they are professionally qualified. You can find a qualified therapist through this website.

Grounding Techniques and Coping Strategies

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:44:41 UTC

"Grounding" are various activities that can help manage unwanted or disruptive thoughts, as well as difficult or challenging emotions or anxiety and they may be helpful for a range of other situations you find yourself in.

The Sleep Charity

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-03 15:49:57 UTC

The Sleep Charity provide advice and support to empower the nation to sleep better. We campaign to improve sleep support and access to high quality information, raise awareness of the value of a good night’s sleep and promote understanding around the complexities of sleep.

Young Scot

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-13 14:10:42 UTC

Young Scot support young people aged 11-26 to thrive and make the most of their lives as they grow up. Their website is packed full of quality- assured information that's produced especially for young people in Scotland.

Children's Health Scotland

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-13 14:12:18 UTC

Children’s Health Scotland is the only charity in Scotland which is dedicated to promoting and championing the needs of all children and young people and their families at times of illness. They inform children and young people, parents and carers of their rights and responsibilities, where to access information and support and what they should expect from health service providers.

Togetherall

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-13 14:15:42 UTC

For Young people 16 and over. Togetherall is a digital mental health support service which is available online, 24/7, and is completely anonymous so you can express yourself freely and openly. Professionally trained Wall Guides monitor the community to ensure the safety and anonymity of all members. In addition to Togetherall's online community, you will have access to a wealth of useful resources and can work through tailored self-help courses covering topics such as anxiety, sleep, weight management, depression and many more.

Scottish Action for Mental Health

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-13 14:22:02 UTC

We are SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health)

We’re here for you, providing mental health support and accessible, practical information.

From national services, like our confidential Infoline and online wellbeing support Time for You, to our 70 services based in communities across Scotland, we work every day to support better mental health and wellbeing.

Sleep Action (Sleep Scotland)

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-13 14:31:53 UTC

Sleep Scotland is the UK’s oldest sleep charity. They are the leading provider of sleep support, training and resources in the UK. They work with professionals, families and employers to promote healthy sleep for everyone.

Breathing Space

ypfsukteam — 2024-06-13 14:33:12 UTC

Breathing Space are a free, confidential, phone and webchat service for anyone in Scotland over the age of 16 experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety.

Platfform

ypfsukteam — 2024-07-12 10:15:38 UTC

For mental health and social change in Wales

Platfform work with people who are experiencing challenges with their mental health, and with communities who want to create a greater sense of connection, ownership and wellbeing in the places that they live.

Meic

ypfsukteam — 2024-07-12 10:16:39 UTC

Meic is the helpline service for children and young people up to the age of 25 in Wales. From finding out what’s going on in your local area to help dealing with a tricky situation, Meic will listen even when no-one else will. Meic won’t judge you and will help by giving you information, useful advice and the support you need to make a change.

Read Charlie's story about living with Arthritis

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:25:33 UTC

What is reactive arthritis? Student Charlie shares his story

How can I support a young child living with juvenile idiopathic arthritis?

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:27:31 UTC

Parenting a child with JIA: Tom’s advice

Top tips for Parents of young people with a Rheumatic condition

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Understanding Pacing

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:31:35 UTC

Learning how to pace yourself when living with a condition that causes pain

Parents Mental Health Support

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:33:44 UTC

Helpful resources for parents supporting young people with their mental health

Find advice and support about mental health for children, teenagers, students and parents.

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:35:16 UTC

The Teen Sleep Hub - The one stop shop for all you need to know about sleep

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:37:16 UTC

If you’re looking for advice on how to sleep better, would like tips on tweaking your routine or help to understand the science behind your sleep patterns, you’ll find it all here.

Access all young people related blogs here

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:41:08 UTC

Read stories from other young people in similar situations as you

Hapus Wales

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:45:16 UTC

We are Hapus, a space dedicated to mental wellbeing. It’s where ideas and resources are shared to help inspire us all to take action to protect and improve our mental wellbeing and that of others.

Action for Happiness

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:47:39 UTC

Whether you are a young person looking for support or an adult who cares for children and young people in any capacity, we hope you can find something here to help you create more happiness for yourself and the world around you.

The Happier Living Action Plan

ypfsukteam — 2024-09-27 13:51:01 UTC

This is a resource for you to learn about the Ten Keys to Happier Living and the actions you can take to improve your wellbeing

How we help Young People with Arthritis

ypfsukteam — 2026-03-10 15:08:40 UTC

Adjusting to a new diagnosis and living with arthritis can be hard. If you are struggling, you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here for you.

Have a look at the options below to find out how we can help you and your family, and get in touch to find out more.

Supporting your Child with Needle Anxiety

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-06 15:56:14 UTC

Dear Teapot Trust: Needles Are the Worst! How Do I Deal with Them?

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-12 13:28:31 UTC

A short advice article explaining ways to cope with fear of needles, with tips like breathing, distraction, and planning ahead.

Rheumatology Videos for Children What? Why? Children in Hospital

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-12 17:51:43 UTC

This page provides videos that show what happens during hospital treatments (like injections and blood tests) to help children feel more prepared and less anxious.

Sandy the Starfish Meets Dr Dolphin

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-12 17:53:43 UTC

Creative Self‑Care for Parents & Carers

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-12 17:55:02 UTC

Tips and Tricks for Blood Tests

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-12 17:56:33 UTC

This leaflet gives simple tips for helping children feel less scared about blood tests, including using distraction, staying calm, planning ahead, and using numbing creams.

Harriet's Story

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-13 15:02:33 UTC

Young people and families: Living with arthritis, managing pain | Arthritis UK

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-14 13:36:34 UTC

Support, advice, and real stories for young people with arthritis and their families -helping you feel understood, confident, and never alone.

Relaxing visualisation for children and parents

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-23 14:50:36 UTC

This visualisation is for parents and children with worries, anxieties or additional health needs who want to escape for a little while. You can watch and listen to the beautiful description of a peaceful Scottish meadow in the different seasons. Or maybe you want to close your eyes and imagine your own meadow or other comfortable and secure place in nature. We hope this video will help you

Managing anxiety in children with autism

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-23 14:55:48 UTC

Resource hub on managing anxiety in children with autism

Ambitious About Autism

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-23 14:56:29 UTC

Support and templates to help in preparing for a hospital trip with autistic children and young people

Tips for children with autism and their parents

ypfsukteam — 2026-05-23 15:08:54 UTC

Find effective strategies to help children with autism overcome challenges with taking medication

Arthurs Place

ypfsukteam — 2026-06-16 13:17:42 UTC

Arthur’s Place is an award-winning, co-created, digital health and wellness resource for young adults aged 18-35 years with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and related conditions.