Teen talk - get help, get answers
Worried about health issues?
At Boxgrove Medical Centre we realise that young people can find going to the doctors a bit, well, tricky sometimes. That’s why we’ve put in place some easier ways to get the advice or help you need, without the stresses of being seen in the waiting room, or having to make an actual appointment.
Whatever you need to talk to us about regarding your wellbeing and health, just get in touch. Here's how...
Teen health check
Need to see a doctor, without your parents knowing? Off to Uni? Due a jab?
As you get a bit older you may need to get health advice and checks about a growing number of things, and sometimes it’s, well, personal... so, whatever it is, it can stay confidential (unless safeguarding concerns are identified). Get in touch and we can make sure you get the treatment and advice you need.
Teen crisis
Need help or advice urgently?
Don't panic! If you’re experiencing an emotional crisis, The Young Minds Crisis Messenger text service provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need support, you can text YM to 85258.
More information about the messnger service is available at the Young Minds website
Alternatively, you can telephone the Samaritans on 116 123 or visit their website at www.samaritans.org
Teen text-in
Don't want to come in and see us? No problem, we understand
You can use our text-in service from 08:00 to 18:00 weekdays to get answers to your questions or concerns about medical, health, mental health or other issues affecting your wellbeing. All texts are confidential – to follow up and put you at ease. Simple.
Text-in number: 07537 438 582
Don't stress on your own
Your mental health and wellbeing is important – particularly when you’re growing up and you have a lot of pressures on you from learning, friendships and home life. We’re here to help, however we can.
Help is here – just get in touch with us, or any of the organisations on this page, for more guidance or advice.
Further resources
More health advice for teenagers and young people is available from the following sites and apps:
Lets talk about it
Lets talk about it is an NHS microsite focusing on sexual health for young people with advice and support on topics such as contraception, STIs, pregnancy and sexual assault. The site also lets you search for your nearest sexual health clinic.
Visit the Let's talk about it website for more information.
No Limits
No Limits is a charity offering free and confidential information, advice, counselling, advocacy and support to children and young people under the age of 26 in Southampton and Hampshire. Young people can come to No Limits for free support on a wide range of issues including housing, homelessness, debt, employment, relationships, sexual health, mental health and substance misuse
Visit the No Limits website for more information.
Doc Ready
We know it can be difficult to talk about mental health and especially hard to talk to people or ask for help. We’ve put together some tools that will help you prepare for the first time you visit a doctor to discuss your mental health.
Visit the Doc Ready website for more information.
Kooth
Kooth is an anonymous, online mental wellbeing community. Our community is here to support you through anything - big or small.
Visit the Kooth website for more information.
Think Ninja
Think Ninja is an app designed for children and young people (10-18 years old) to help educate them about mental health and emotional wellbeing. Think Ninja also helps children and young people learn and develop a range of skills for when they are experiencing daily life stresses or who maybe feeling anxious or their mood feeling low.
