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Supporting young people

Although families or schools may usually be the first port of call for many of the issues young people face, a Scouts volunteer may find themselves needing to offer support

Alcohol, drugs and smoking

Take a look at our guidance on substance use and misuse, alcohol and smoking.

Read our alcohol, drugs and smoking guidance >
Anti-bullying

Find out how to address bullying and take steps to reduce the chances of it happening in your group or section.

Read our anti-bullying guidance >
Bereavement support

Find resources and guidance for you and your group if you face a bereavement.

Read our bereavement guidance >
Digital safeguarding

Find our guidance to help everyone stay safe when using digital tools.

Read our digital safeguarding guidance >
Divorce and separation

Find out how to support children and young people affected by separation and divorce.

Read our divorce and separation guidance >
Healthy relationships

Find out how to support children and young people to make healthy and safe choices in their relationships.

Read our healthy relationships guidance >
Mental health

Find out how to support young people who struggle with their mental health, eating problems or self-harm.

Find out how to support young people >
Promoting a healthy lifestyle

Find out how you can promote a healthy lifestyle to young people and volunteers in Scouts.

Find out how to support a healthy lifestyle >
Promoting positive behaviour

Find out how to support with children and young people’s behaviour.

Read our guidance on positive behaviour >
Young carers

Find out what a young carer is and how to support young carers in Scouts.

Read our young carers guidance >