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Living with a disability

Get advice about rights, playing sport and having sex if you have a disability.

Dyslexia and learning difficulties

Get support if you have dyslexia or another learning difficulty.

Autism

If you or someone you know has autism, we can help.

ADHD

If you have ADHD there’s always support available and ways to manage it to make things easier.

Discrimination, hate crime and equality

Find out what it means and what you can do to protect yourself.

Coping with differences

Childline is a service for anyone aged 18 and under. Get support with anything that might be worrying you.

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We're here for you on the phone or online. You can also speak to a Childline counsellor 1-2-1 or email us.

Toolbox

Take your mind off things with games, use our tools to find ways to cope or get creative and let your feelings out. It’s all in your handy toolbox.