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All helplines exist to literally give you help at the end of a telephone line. Some lines
offer information, others support and some befriending.
They are usually free and confidential and numbers which begin with 0800 will not appear
on your phone bill. The great thing about helplines is you can stay anonymous, and ask
questions you may be afraid to ask face to face.
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National Autistic Society (NAS) – provides information, support and services related to autism and asperger syndrome. Helpline: 0845 070 4004. |
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One Parent Families Tel: 0800 018 5026 – provides information and advice for single pregnant women and lone parents and campaigns on their behalf. |
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National Organisation for Counselling Adoptees and their Parents (NORCAP) Helpline Tel: 01865 875 000 |
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National Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) Helpline Tel: 0808 800 5000 |
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NYAS Young People's Safety Net Tel: 0800 616 101 |
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One Parent Families: Scotland Tel: 0808 801 0323 |
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Post-Adoption Centre Tel: 08707 772197 – for advice and counselling (Mon-Wed & Fri 10am-1pm, Thurs 5.30pm-7.30pm). |
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Queer Youth Network – extensive information, resources and support for gay youth nationwide. |
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Samaritans Tel: 08457 909 090 – for confidential emotional support for those experiencing feelings or distress and despair (24 hours a day). |
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Sexual Health Information Line Tel: 0800 567 123 – for information, advice and support. |
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Sexwise Tel: 0800 282 930 – for information on sex, relationships and contraception aimed at the under 18s (from 7am to 12 midnight every day). |
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Talk Adoption Helpline Tel: 0808 808 1234 (Mon, Wed, Thur 9:00am - 6:000pm and Fri 9:00am-4:00pm) – a helpline for adoptees up to the age of 25. |
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Teenage Health Freak – web-based health information for teenagers, with links to Dr Ann's virtual surgery. |
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Teenwire sexuality and relationship information from the Planned Parenthood Federation of America. |
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Yield Ireland – work with young people, parents and organisations on sexual health and relationship issues. Check out their website at www.youthhealthinfo.com or e-mail Yield on yield@eircom.net |
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YoungMinds – is a charity committed to improving the mental health of children and young people. Check out the young people section of their website www.youngminds.org.uk for useful information. |
