Hey, young person, are you feeling bad? Help is available

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We encounter situations that linger on our minds, causing worry and stress. These situations can include arguments with friends and/or parents, inappropriate behaviour by adults or friends, being left out of a group of friends, the substance abuse of others or yourself, or any other issues that are too difficult to deal with alone.

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Two young persons. — You don’t need to know if you need help. If you’re not feeling well, you can talk about it with an adult you trust.    Photo: Juha Valkeajoki

If you feel down or have any problems, help is available, so please don’t hesitate to ask. You can find information about the available help below and on the new Youth Wellbeing website.

You’re not alone, and help is available 

If you’re feeling down, there are many places you can contact.  

Mieppi (for those aged 13 and over) 
Your health station 
Youth substance abuse service Pysäkki (for those aged 13–23)  
School and student health care (during school hours)

If your parents aren’t looking after you or you have a threatening or violent situation in your family, you can contact child welfare emergency services on weekdays from 8:00 to 16:00 at +358 9 310 62040, and at other times, emergency social services at +358 206 96006.  

When your Health Station is closed, you can call the Medical Helpline at 116 117 for urgent health matters. 

If you’re experiencing a life-threatening situation (overdose, alcohol poisoning or self-harm), an emergency or violence, call 112. 

How do I know that I need help?

You don’t need to know if you need help. If you’re not feeling well, you can talk about it with an adult you trust.   

You can fill in the symptom questionnaire on the Mentalhub(Link leads to external service) (Mielenterveystalo) website.  

You can also use the Sekasin chat(Link leads to external service), Children and Youth Chat(Link leads to external service) (MLL) or call the Children and Youth Helpline(Link leads to external service) (MLL).  

If necessary, please visit a Mieppi mental health clinic or your health station to talk to a professional about your situation, and they will assess the kind of assistance you need. You can come alone or with someone who is important to you or there for support.  