Young People
What does it mean to have a parent with a mental illness?
Videos/Info: For young people who have a parent with a mental illness and want to find out more about it.
Alice and Emily’s Story
Video: These two short videos follow the story of sisters Alice and Emily. Emily is Alice's big sister, and she's been looking after their mum who has a mental illness for years.
What is stigma?
Video/Info: Find out about stigma, what it is, and where it comes from.
Will I catch or inherit my parent’s mental illness?
Videos/Info: Most children and young people worry that they may develop or ‘catch’ the same illness as their ill parent - but you cannot catch a mental illness from anyone.
What causes a mental illness?
Video/Info: Did you know mental illness usually happens as a result of a combination of different things, rather than just one single cause?
Dealing with negative views about mental illness
Videos/Info: Guidance for young people from young carers and professionals on how to deal with negative opinions around mental illness.
How to talk about your parent’s mental illness
Videos/Info: Guidance for young people on how to discuss a parent's mental illness with others.
Feeling alone?
Videos/Info: If you are a young carer who feels alone, this advice and information might help you.
