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Going into hospital for your mental health – for 11-18 year olds 

Information and resources to support you if you're going into hospital for your mental health.

Information to support you

Going into hospital can be a scary experience. But sometimes it's the best way to get the treatment and support you need.

Whether you're going into hospital as an informal patient or you're sectioned, it's important to know that you're not alone.

We're here to provide information and resources to support you.

Going into hospital as an informal patient

A guide for young people that explains what happens and what your rights are when you go into hospital as an informal patient.

Being sectioned

A guide for young people that explains what happens and what your rights are when you're sectioned.

Looking after yourself in hospital

Tips on how to look after yourself when you’re in hospital for your mental health.

Treatment and support glossary

Explains words and phrases that you may hear when getting treatment and support for your mental health.

“Without the support and help from the team, I really don't think I'd have overcome my problems. Hospital is a really scary prospect but it was nowhere near as bad or as scary as I thought.”

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