The Mix’s article on adolescence — inspired by the impactful Netflix series Adolescence — explores some of the key challenges facing young people today, including incel culture, misogyny, social media pressure, and identity struggles.
At Level Two Youth Project, we’re here to support young people locally in Felixstowe and the surrounding areas with 1:1 mentoring, youth sessions, music interventions, and school-based support — providing a safe, welcoming space to navigate these issues.
For more information about our local support, visit www.leveltwo.org or email us at fydg@leveltwo.org.
For national support, The Mix (www.themix.org.uk) offers free, confidential help and a supportive online community for under-25s, available whenever you need it.
If you need urgent mental health support, you can text THEMIX to 85258 to access the Crisis Messenger — a free, 24/7 text service delivered in partnership with Shout and Crisis Text Line. You’ll be connected to a trained volunteer who will listen, offer support, and help you feel calmer and more in control.
https://www.themix.org.uk/crime-and-safety/adolescence-the-key-issues-explained-54826.html