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Black history month

October is Black History Month! Learn how you can get involved.

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Changes can be hard, but there are ways to cope

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Struggling at

School?

Going back to school can bring up a lot of emotions. Here's some tips to help

Dame Esther Rantzen

Childline remembers Dame Esther Rantzen, who was the founder and president of Childline.

Under 12?

Get advice, play games and visit the Buddy Zone!

Go to our under 12s site

Advice right now

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When someone dies

There's no right or wrong way to feel when someone dies. You don't have to cope on your own, and we're always here for you.

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Discrimination, hate crime and equality

Find out what it means and what you can do to protect yourself.

ADHD

If you have ADHD there’s always support available and ways to manage it to make things easier.

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Asking an adult for help

Get advice on which trusted adult you can speak to and how you can start that conversation with them.

Need to talk?

Send a message

Sign up to send a message to Childline and get a response within a day.

Get support

We're here for you on the phone or online. You can also speak to a Childline counsellor 1-2-1 or message us.

Contacting Childline

You can contact us about anything. No problem is too big or too small.

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1-2-1 Counsellor Chat

Get help and support from a counsellor about anything that's on your mind.

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Celebrating Culture and Differences

What happens when you contact Childline?

Building confidence after online bullying

Support and Advice For You

Coping with suicidal feelings

Get help coping with suicidal thoughts and feelings.

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Blast Block

Match the colours as quickly as you can.

Self-harm coping techniques

We can help you find other ways to cope with wanting to self-harm.

Sex and consent

Find answers to your questions about sex and consent.

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Taking control of your online safety

Follow our simple tips for taking control of your online safety.

Grand Prix Hero

Play our fun racing game.

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Calm zone

If you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious, we've got calming activities that can help.

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Gender identity

Get advice and support about your gender identity.

Pong

Take time out for some virtual ping pong.

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Grooming

Find out more about grooming and what to do if it's happened.

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Build your happy place

Create your ideal room. Fill it with things that help you feel happy, calm and safe.

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Coping Kit

Use our tool to find new ways to cope or distract yourself - we've got ideas for whatever mood you're in.