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.

More information is available on the following websites:

• Young Person’s Guide to CFS/ME (PDF) - (Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health)
• Children and young people with ME - (Action for ME)
• Survey of severe ME/CFS in children - (ME Research)