Hi there,

It’s never okay for a friend to share information that’s personal to you around school. You didn’t deserve that, and it's wrong for people to call you names for it.

Lots of young people experience bedwetting, even into their teens. There can be lots of different reasons for wetting the bed, but it’s never your fault and you should always feel supported with it.

Being called names or made fun of is a type of bullying and it’s not your fault. If people are making fun of you, it’s important to talk to an adult you trust like a teacher or someone at home. Sometimes it can help to plan how you’d like to respond if people ask. For example, you could say, “It’s just a medical thing” or “It happens, it’s not my fault.” It’s always okay to say when you don’t want to talk about something.

It’s natural you wouldn’t like sleepovers when they make you feel more anxious. There are many other ways to spent time with friends. If your anxiety is holding you back from things you want to do, then it’s important to get support. We’ve got loads of advice on coping with anxiety. You can also get support from our counsellors.

Remember, a good friend is someone who respects your feelings and what’s happening. You deserve to feel happy and comfortable, and how you’re feeling now doesn’t have to last forever.

Take care,

Sam