Info for Children and Teenagers in Bucks

The BSCB has a guide for 16 - 18 year olds called 'You Matter'. The guide provides information on topics such as how to stay safe, relationships, drinking and drugs, body image, sexuality, feeling low and living with a disability. It also contains details of additional websites and numbers you can call for advice.

You can download the guide by clicking on the link in the downloads menu. Or, if you would like us to post you a copy, you can email Laurie Andrews on laandrews@buckscc.gov.uk

The BSCB has also developed a guide for any child or young person who has had to make an disclosure of abuse against a member of staff or volunteer working within the children's workforce (for example, within a school or youth club).

The leaflet contains details of what will happen next, the professionals involved in the process and the support available to you. You can download the leaflet by clicking on the link in the downloads menu. Or if you would like us to post you a copy, you can email Laurie Andrews on laandrews@buckscc.gov.uk

Useful resources and websites for children & teenagers

To learn more about the topics below, just place your cursor over any word highlighted in purple.

Abusive relationships:

Abusive relationships don't just happen to adults.
If you are in an relationship and are worried about how your boyfriend or girlfriend treats you, advice and support is available at: http://thisisabuse.direct.gov.uk/ 

You can also visit:
Direct Gov / Young People - Relationships

Alcohol:

If you want to learn more about alcohol, and its effects on your body or behaviour, visit http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/

You can use the online Drinks Diary to calculate the units in your alcoholic drinks.

Alcohol & Pregnancy

If you are an expectant mum, and would like some guidance on the effects of alcohol during pregnancy (including help and advice on how to cut down on your drinking) you can download the Alcohol & Pregnancy leaflet:
Alcohol & Pregnancy: Guidance for expectant mums 

You can also visit http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/alcohol-and-you/family/alcohol-and-pregnancy

Bullying:

Cyberbullying can be just as upsetting. For help on cyberbullying, click on: Stop Cyberbullying

ChildLine:

For a wide range of useful info visit http://www.childline.org.uk/

If you want to speak to someone, in confidence, you can call Childline on 0800 1111. This service is free at any time.

Domestic Violence:

For any child or young person living in a house with domestic violence, info and support can be found at The Hideout 

You will also find real life stories, games and message boards, where you can talk to other young people affected by domestic violence.

Drugs:

http://www.talktofrank.com/ gives info about different drugs and their effects, as well as real life stories and interactive forums.

D-Word has games, fun facts and projects, along with advice on how to help if one of your friends has a problem with drugs.

If you, your brothers or sisters, or your parents are using drugs, the help and support available to you can be found at addaction Buckinghamshire

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM):

If you have had Female Genital Multilation done to you, or are worried that you might be at risk from it, please visit The Foreign & Commonwealth website where you will find help and support.

You can also ring 0207 008 1500 or email fgm@fco.gov.uk with any concerns.

For facts regarding FGM, you can download the national FGM fact leaflet: FGM Facts leaflet

Forced Marriage:

If you, or someone you know, is being forced into a marriage, in the UK or abroad, you can visit The Foreign & Commonwealth website where you will find help and support.

You can also ring The Forced Marriage Unit on 0207 008 0151.

For facts regarding Forced Marriage, download the 'What is Forced Marriage?' Leaflet: 'What is Forced Marriage?'

Living with a Disability:

If you are a teenager living with a disability and would like some info on the services available to you, please visit:  Direct Gov / Young People - Living with a Disability

You can also find details of activities, advice and support for children and young people living with a disability in Bucks by clicking:  Family Information Service / Disabilities

Staying Safe Online:

To know more about the websites you visit, the technology you use and how to stay safe online you can visit http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/

Info is available for 5 - 7 year olds, 8 - 10 year olds  and 11 - 16 year olds, as well as parents and carers.

Chat rooms are a great way to talk to friends, and even to make new ones. But how can you be sure your new friend is who they say they are? Advice on how to stay safe in chat rooms can be found at:
Direct Gov / Young People - Chat Rooms

Young Carers:

As a young carer under 18, it is important that you get the support you need. For further details, visit: http://www.youngcarers.net/