The free listening support service says 100 children who contacted the helpline in the past six months reported suicidal ideation
The charity depends on donations for up to 90 per cent of its funding each year. Photograph: Jon Challicom/PA WireIreland’s sole 24/7 listening support service for children and young people further reported that 50 contacts are made weekly concerning sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
It comes as the charity, which depends on donations for up to 90 per cent of its funding each year, has launched a Christmas appeal with actress “For too many children and young people, Christmas doesn’t mean presents or a happy day full of warmth and safety. Instead, it means abuse, neglect and loneliness.
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