► Families
Families can be great support but sometimes we just seem to be falling out with them all of the time! Learning to understand people’s differences and being sympathetic to their problems or worries can also help them to understand you too. Sometimes you might need a bit of breathing space to speak to someone else so why not speak to a teacher or a friend. There is also websites or charities which can help:
Action for Children website - Supporting Young people in the UK
► Families breaking up
Sometimes parents will argue and it might upset or worry you. Everyone argues and goes through bad patches. However, you might have found that your parents are going through a break up and have decided it is best to separate. You must always remember it is not your fault and can always speak to someone.
More help4u:
It's not your fault website - Help and advice for young people going through a family break up
Relate website - Advice on relationships or call 0300 100 1234
Family Mediation website - Advice on ways to resolve family issues or call 0845 60 26 627
► In Fostercare/ Adopted
You may have questions about being fostered or adopted or might have just found out you were adopted. My might be about to leave care and wonder what your going to next, for more support please see some of the services below:
More help4u:
Helping Children in Care website - 'The Who Cares? Trust' is a voice for children in care.
Princes Trust website - The Princes Trust - Heping young lives
Coram website - Coram can help to transform your life through practical help and support.
► Step Families
If you are having problems or have questions about living in a step family please visit the Childline website here.
► Parenthood
For support for Lone parents please visit the Sure Start website where you can find out where you nearest Sure Start centre is.
