Young People 16+

 

Now you have reached 16, you are entering the adult world and starting to take more responsibility for all aspects of your life, including your health and wellbeing.  We have created this section on our website to help with any concerns you may have.

 
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What can my GP surgery do for me?

Langley House Surgery can offer a range of medical services including

  • GP consultations for problems both physical and mental
  • Nurse consultations
  • Holiday vaccinations
  • Jabs and immunisations
  • Blood Tests
  • Sexual health and contraception
 

How do I book an appointment?

If you need to see a GP, please complete the Rapid Health questionnaire. The form will ask you for your name and date of birth and a drescrIption of your symptoms. You should be offered an appointment at the end of the questionnaire at the most appropriate time for the urgency of your appointment.

If you don’t feel able to go online and fill out the questionnaire, you can always ring reception on 01243 782266 and our receptionists will go through the form with you.

 

How do I get to the surgery?

We are nearly at the end of West Street, next to County Hall and on the opposite side of the road to the Cathedral. If you come into Chichester for shopping, we are 2 minutes from the Cross and the Cathedral.  We don’t have a car park but the bus stops opposite the Cathedral.

 

Do I need my parents’/guardian’s permission to get treatment?

No as long as the doctor is happy that you can make a good judgement about your health, you can come by yourself and agree to your treatment.

The law states that you must be able to make a sound judgement about the treatment that you might agree to have. Your doctor will talk through all of your options and will make sure that you understand exactly what you are agreeing to. Provided that he or she is happy that you understand what the treatment involves, what is good and bad about it and what would happen if you don’t have treatment, then you can go ahead with your treatment without an adult’s approval.

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Can I bring someone else with me?

Yes, you can bring someone with you like a friend or relative.

 

Will you tell anyone else that I came?

None of the staff at the surgery will tell any information to your parents or anyone else, not even that you’ve been here, unless of course you give them permission to do so. We will respect your privacy. There are some cases where we might suggest that its best to get other people involved, like if there is significant risk to you or others, but even then we would discuss this with your first.

 
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What if I need some medication?

We will send an electronic prescription to the pharmacy of your choice and you need to go to that pharmacy to collect the actual medication.

If you are a dispensing patient (ie if you live more than a mile from a pharmacy, the GP will tell you if you are a dispensing patient), you can collect the medication from our in-house dispensary at the back of the waiting room at Langley House.

The medication will have a label on it that says when and how you need to take the medication.  It is really important that you follow these instructions or the medication might not work properly.

 

Does it cost me anything?

Seeing a GP is free and you do not have to pay for a prescription  if you are under 18 or in full time education.

 

What do I do when I get to the surgery?

When you arrive, you can use our self check in screen in the waiting room or talk to one of our receptionists, so that we know that you are here and ready for your appointment.  Once you have checked in, just take a seat in the waiting room and wait for your name to be called. 

 

Useful links to other websites

  • Find it Out is a West Sussex service that supports young people from aged 11 to 25 with a range of challenges from bullying, anxiety, young carers, grief, racism and gender identity, social media and starting work. 
  • West Sussex Mind offer mental health support for young people with problems including anxiety, stress, depression, post traumatic stress disorder and schizophrenia. 
  • The Mix offers free, confidential support, expert advice and a welcoming community, all designed with and for young people. Whether you need help with mental health, relationships, work, money or anything else, you’ll find it here, whenever you need it. 
  • Young Minds the UK's leading charity fighting for a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health, providing young people with the tools to look after their mental health.
  • Papyrus UK a charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people. We believe that no young person should have to struggle alone with thoughts of suicide. 
  • Beat Eating Disorders the UK’s eating disorder charity to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders.
  • Sexual Health West Sussex can help with advice and services including screening and contraception or visit our own page regarding contraception 
 

24 hour crisis support

  • Samaritans. Call: 116 123
  • Shout 85258 a free confidential and 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in the UK who needs support. If you are struggling to cope and need to talk, trained Shout volunteers are here for you.
  • Childline. Call: 0800 1111
  • NHS 111 if you think you need medical help right now, 111 online can tell you what to do next 
 

Abuse at school

  • NSPCC: The dedicated NSPCC Helpline; Report Abuse in Education, launched on Thursday 1 April can be contacted by phone on 0800 136 663, or by emailing help@nspcc.org.uk.
  • National Bullying Helpline: Bullying Information and advice about all forms of bullying
 

Drinking, drugs, and alcohol

 

Smoking

 

Bereavement

 

Staying safe online

 

LGBT support