Children's Mental Health

Youth Mental Health

The mental health crisis in British schools

— In 2023, 20.3% of children aged 8-16 in England had probable mental health disorders, rising from 12.5% in 2017. Schools face strain, with access to mental health services delayed. Government investment is urgently needed.

Children's Health

Alarming decline in children’s health and well-being predated pandemic, research reveals

— Research indicates a significant decline in the health and well-being of primary school children from 2014 to 2022, exacerbated by events like Brexit and the pandemic.

Austerity

Child health is in crisis in the UK – here’s what needs to change

— Children are bearing the brunt of austerity. From obesity to infant mortality, child health is affected by sustained under-investment. What can be done to reverse the decline?