Keeping safe and healthy: Information and advice
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Bullying
Bullying can happen in all sorts of situations and it can take various forms and cause emotional or physical harm or both. It can happen at any age. Bullying can include: being called names or having untrue things said about you being ignored, threatened, physically hurt or intimidated having…Eating Disorders
Our appetites may change at different times in our life. Some people eat a lot or eat anything, others are more particular. Most of us have tried different diets at some time in our lives, whether to slim a little, put on some weight, or…I think I'm depressed
Most young people feel sad, lonely or down at times. This is part of the normal ups and downs of life. But some young people feel low for long periods of time, which may affect their everyday lives and their ability to do what they always do.…I'm feeling stressed or anxious
Feeling stressed about exams or school work? Things happening at home making you feel anxious? From time to time, everyone feels worried, stressed or anxious – these feelings are normal reactions to challenging events in our lives. However, if it gets out of control it…I'm thinking about suicide
Thinking about suicide means that you are thinking about taking your own life, or having thoughts like ‘people would be better off without me’, or ‘I don’t see the point of living anymore’. Thinking about suicide is dangerous and a sign that you urgently need…I'm unhappy about myself or my body
Too short? Too tall? Nose too big? Don’t feel attractive or likeable? Body image or self-esteem issues are very common; most young people will go through times when they feel unhappy with their looks or themselves as a person. How's your self-esteem? Take a quiz.Is my anger out of control?
Does a rude comment make you punch someone in the face? Does a bad grade make you lash out at your teacher? Does missing the bus make you break things? Feeling angry can range from feeling mildly irritated to feeling intense rage. Everyone gets angry…Mental wellbeing
Mental health is about how we think, feel and act. Just like physical health: everybody has it and we need to take care of it.Good mental health can help you to think positively, feel confident and act calmly.If you have poor mental health, you might find…Merton Peer Educators
Merton Peer Educators are a group of 35 young people aged 16 to 30 who have been exploring how local health and wellbeing services can be promoted and improved to support young people in Merton. We believe that looking after your health and wellbeing is…