ChildLine reports rise in young people experiencing loneliness and isolation
Loneliness is increasingly becoming a massive problem for young people growing up in society today, with girls being more affected by the problem.
According to ChildLine, thousands of young people are reaching out to the helpline to tackle feelings of loneliness and isolation as they struggle with the pressures of growing up.
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NSPCC launches helpline for footballers
People abused in football as a child urged to call helpline and get support
The NSPCC has launched a free helpline to support anyone who was abused in football as a child.
The helpline, supported by the FA, was launched after former professional footballers Andy Woodward, Steve Walters and Paul Stewart spoke out about the abuse [...]
Almost 20,000 children reported suicidal feelings to ChildLine
Number of children reporting suicidal feelings doubles in five years
ChildLine received calls once every 30 minutes from children having suicidal thoughts, the charity has revealed.
The helpline received 19,481 contacts from young people who were struggling with suicidal thoughts of ending their own lives - more than double the number five years ago. On average, [...]
