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Read more about the article If things are tough, talk about it
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If things are tough, talk about it

Be yourself – whoever you are, however you feel, whatever life has thrown at you. If things are tough, talk about it. Samaritans can be reached on 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org .

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Read more about the article Will the Doctor tell my parents?
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Will the Doctor tell my parents?

If you’re 13 to 16 and want contraception, an abortion or tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the doctor, nurse or pharmacist won’t tell your parents (or carer) as long as they believe that you fully understand the information you’re given, and your decisions.

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Read more about the article Samaritans is confidential and anonymous
Helping a friend by Rebecca Osborne

Samaritans is confidential and anonymous

Finding it hard to talk about how you are really feeling? Samaritans is a safe place to turn; it’s anonymous and confidential: 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org .

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Read more about the article Samaritans are available 24×7
Helping a friend by Rebecca Osborne

Samaritans are available 24×7

If something is troubling you, Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All chats are completely confidential. You can reach them on 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org .

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Read more about the article Love your stretch marks
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Love your stretch marks

“For every woman unhappy with her stretch marks after pregnancy, is another who wishes she had them.” – Samantha Thrall

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