The demand for psychological treatment for children has surged, with a staggering increase of 7,000 children waiting more than a year for appointments since 2021. At the end of the last year, nearly 11,000 children were facing delays, highlighting a critical gap in mental health services. The report indicates that geographic location plays a significant role in the waiting times, underscoring disparities in access to essential psychological care. This growing crisis calls for urgent attention to improve mental health services for children across different regions.
The number of children waiting more than a year to see a psychologist has risen from over 3,900 in 2021 to almost 11,000 at the end of last year, indicating a significant increase in demand for mental health services.
Where children live is now a contributing factor to the waiting times for appointments with psychologists and speech and language therapists, highlighting a disparity in access to essential mental health care.
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