The Provincial Police Commander in Wrocław, Police Inspector General Paweł Półtorzycki thanked the Legnica policewoman, Sergeant Martyna Woroniec, who demonstrated great empathy and sensitivity during an intervention in which a human life was at risk. The police: – The policewoman helped the teenager at a difficult moment by listening to him and talking with him. 🤝💙
The meeting also drew attention to the growing problem of mental health crises among children and young people, as well as the role of adults’ attentiveness in their immediate surroundings. 👨👩👧👦
Officers:
Signs that a young person is struggling are often very subtle: withdrawal, changes in behavior, irritability, impulsiveness. They are not always accompanied by a loud cry for help. That is why it is so important to respond early and not dismiss the emotions of children and teenagers. ⚠️
We remind you that in many situations, conversation, empathy and a willingness to listen—not judgment or quickly looking for solutions—are crucial. Sometimes it is enough for a young person to feel that someone is there and takes their problem seriously. 🤍👂
And they emphasize: – A mental health crisis can affect any family, regardless of status, place of residence or relationships. That is why responding to the first signs is so important. 🫶
📞 Support numbers:
▪ 116 111 – Helpline for Children and Young People (24/7)
▪ 800 70 2222 – Support Center (24/7)
▪ 116 123 – Adult Helpline
▪ 112 – in situations involving an immediate threat to life.