National data shows more than 120 boys ended their own life in 2020
Latest Childliine analysis also shows:
- that 1 boy for every 5 girls talks about mental health on Childline
- boys are even less likely to contact the service when they have suicidal thoughts
- reaching out and seeking help from services like Childline can save lives.
In response to this research, Childline launches We All Feel It campaign to encourage those who are struggling to ask for help.
Even though fewer boys than girls talk to Childline about suicidal feelings, Office of National statistics data for registered deaths in England and Wales show 122 boys aged 10 to 19 died by suicide compared to 52 girls.
Childline counsellors know that young people can feel isolated and are reluctant to reach out for help because of the stigma around sharing their feelings.