Our Time

When a parent suffers from mental illness it is rare for anyone – parent, teacher, or even social worker – to know how to discuss the illness with the child. The children are often confused and frightened, bullied at school or fear they will ‘catch’ their parent’s illness. Research has shown that an estimated 3.7 million young people are affected by this issue, and at present most receive no attention or support. Our charity is campaigning for and supporting these young people to ensure they get the right help early on and to prevent them from becoming patients themselves. We help to increase their resilience and create safe and supportive environments where they can receive clear explanations and have the opportunity to discuss their concerns amongst peers.