The Helping, Educating and Lifeline Project (H.E.L.P)

Chris - Depression in young people

Hi I’m Chris I’m currently on the 24/24 volunteering programme. When I was in school I suffered from depression  which lead to me dropping out of school and getting no GCSE's.

At the height of my depression I felt as if I was on my own with no help available and felt isolated.

Now that I am over my depression I think it is important to help other people who could have been in a similar situation. Which is why I am involved with the 24/24 website designed to help young people find the help they need.

This film was produced by the young people in partnership with NHS and OFVM Film Oxford.

An expert explains being depressed, levels of depression and early warning signs.

A girl from New Zealand talks about her experiences with mental health.

Sunderland Headlight - Headlight provides a meeting place for various small mental health groups, information about mental health problems can be obtained from headlight. 14 mary street, Sunderland, SR1 3NH, Tel: 0191 510 1494, Email: mental.health@headlight.freeserve.co.uk