Confidentiality (doctors)

Doctors cannot disclose information to the parents but they will normally inform social services if a child or young person (under 18) is at risk from staying in their current place of residence. Social services can inform parents of situations if they feel it is in the best interest of the young person.

A doctor does not have the right to demand to see your wounds. However, they will often only ask to see them so they can make sure you are looking after them, and to gauge severity. It is a good idea to allow a doctor to see your wounds if they ask.

You can be placed under a mental health section and detained in a hospital if you are deemed to be suffering from a mental disorder OR detention is necessary for protection of you or others. This applies to anyone, regardless of age.