Children and young people
Living with an Energy Limiting Condition (ELC) can be challenging, especially for young people. ELCs can impact time with friends, family, school, and hobbies. Sometimes, activities need to be reduced or paused to allow for rest, which can be hard for others to understand.
However, there is support available. Young people with ME can:
- Access a free Young People’s Counselling Service
- Join a free Young People’s Community
- Participate in free monthly workshops to connect with peers
- Read and download free online information on ME, health, and education
- Call a free Information and Support line on 0117 927 9551 or email infosupport@actionforme.org.uk for assistance
These resources can help young people manage their condition and feel supported.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) - Videos for Young People (LPFT)
These videos produced by LPFT are for young people with mild to moderate fatigue. They cover the following topics:
- Sleep and rest
- Mind body connection
- Why might we get CFS
- Managing everyday life
- Ways to manage symptoms
- Explaining my symptoms to others
Click on the link below to access the YouTube playlist:
You can also watch interviews of young people with CFS:
More information is available on the following websites:
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In this section
- Energy Limiting Conditions Information Hub
- What is an Energy Limiting Condition (ELC)?
- Breathing
- Sleep and rest
- Energy and pacing
- Mindful movement
- Gut health
- Stress
- Wellbeing
- Family and personal networks
- Personal relationships and intimacy
- Self-care, identity and recovery
- Carers
- Children and young people
- Employers
- Safeguarding
- Local Support Groups & National and Local Support Resources