My body

Your body goes through lots of changes as you grow up. It can be a difficult time getting used to everything. Read our advice below for help and support dealing with changes and looking after your body.

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Sport and exercise

There are loads of great things about sport, but if it's ever stressing you out then we can support you.
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How you look

Get advice on feeling good about how you look.
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Staying healthy

Get advice on keeping fit and healthy.
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Illness and being in hospital

Get advice to help you cope with illness or being in hospital.
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How to build your confidence and self-esteem

If you want to build confidence and bring out your best self, use our tips to help you.
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Visiting your doctor

Dr Ranj answers your questions about seeing a doctor.
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Top facts about puberty

Learn the facts about puberty.
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Hearing voices

It can be worrying if you’re hearing or sensing things that other people don’t. There are ways to cope and people who want to help.
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Anorexia

Beating anorexia can be hard, but we can help you start to recover.
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Binge eating

Get advice on coping with wanting to eat a lot of food.
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Bulimia

Bulimia can feel scary, but we can support you and help you recover.
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Other eating problems

Find out more about other kinds of eating problems.
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Problems sleeping

Check out our tips to help you sleep better.

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What Does It Mean To Be Transgender?

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Trans puberty myths

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Recovering from an eating disorder

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I don’t like how I look | Ask Sam

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Tattoo | Ask Sam

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