An NHS survey reveals that rates of mental health conditions among young people in England have surged, with one in four aged 16 to 24 affected. Female respondents are particularly impacted, reporting rates nearly three times higher than males. Over a decade, the prevalence of these conditions has spiked from 18.9% to 25.8%. Contributing factors include economic insecurity, the impact of Covid-19, and environmental concerns. Additionally, a notable increase in self-harm and suicidal thoughts has been documented, reflecting broader mental health crises affecting various age groups.
The survey indicates a sharp rise in mental health conditions, particularly among young people, with one in four in England affected, especially young women.
Sally McManus highlighted that factors like insecure employment and climate change contribute significantly to the rising mental health issues among young people.
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