The Mix is a great website for young adults to get information and advice on a range of issues that might concern them, including:
- Their physical health
- Mental health
- Sexual health and relationships
- Alcohol and drugs
It is crucial at this stage that young people learn to make and attend their own health appointments. When they are 16 they are afforded the right to make their own health decisions (if they have mental capacity), and GPs will only share health information with the young person’s permission. This is a good time to encourage more independence in this area.
Now is a good time for young people to look again at healthy eating guidelines, and think about how healthy their diet is. Click on the links below for a food diary and the Eatwell Guide:
Young adults should continue to develop their awareness of First Aid skills at the Red Cross website, and perhaps consider taking a First Aid course in their local area. The document below will help them put together a First Aid kit for their new home:
