Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in Wakefield

This NHS service provides support and treatment for children and young people up to 18 years old who are experiencing mental health and wellbeing difficulties. It also supports parents, carers, and families.

Wakefield CAMHS can assist children and young people with:

• Feelings of sadness, low mood, or depression
• Obsessive thoughts and behaviours
• Anxiety issues, including panic attacks
• Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
• Eating and food-related issues
• Long-term difficulties following traumatic events

CAMHS resources offer information and support on various mental health and wellbeing topics for young people, parents, carers, and professionals.

The resources can help:

• Young people seeking advice or support for their mental health and wellbeing
• Parents, carers, and families needing guidance to support a young person
• Professionals, including school staff, looking for information to support young people’s mental health

https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk/wakefield-camhs-resources/

Further information about these resources and how to access the service can be found on the South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust website https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk/services/camhs-wakefield/