Some young people find it helpful to talk to someone they already know and trust such as a teacher, social worker or careers officer. Others find it more helpful to work with local advocacy or support schemes that can help them identify what they would like. As far as possible young people should have a chance to share their concerns and ideas - both inside and outside the family.
They might want to discuss personal concerns such as:
- making friends and having a social life
- sexual relationships
- the financial implications of leaving home
- getting help at college or university
- ageing parents
- personal care
The young person may find it helpful to start keeping a record of interests and achievements, including leisure ones as this may be useful when taking up a particular course later on. This should include any Records of Achievement from school.
