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Life on an adolescent unit

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Being admitted to a psychiatric/adolescent unit for the first time can be scary.

In this section, read our guides on what to expect if you are admitted to an adolescent unit for the first time, and tune into young people's own experiences of life on a psychiatric ward.






Going into hospital

It's natural to feel nervous about going into hospital - read our guide to help you get ready and feel more prepared.


Daily routine

Find out more about the daily routine on an adolescent unit and how to get help if you have any problems.


Being sectioned

Being sectioned means that you have to go to hospital - learn more about your rights and who to talk to about your feelings.

Your adolescent unit real stories

Charlie, 15, shares his real story about being admitted to an adolescent unit when he was 12 years old.