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Urgent Mental Health Needs Surge 10% Among Children

1/2/2025

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A staggering 10% surge in urgent mental health care needs among children in England has emerged, with referrals skyrocketing to 34,793 between April and October 2024. Many young lives are at risk, grappling with suicidal thoughts and eating disorders. Experts urgently demand sweeping reforms to enhance early support and tackle deep-rooted issues in mental health services.

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A staggering 10% surge in urgent mental health care needs among children in England has emerged, with referrals skyrocketing to 34,793 between April and October 2024. Many young lives are at risk, grappling with suicidal thoughts and eating disorders. Experts urgently demand sweeping reforms to enhance early support and tackle deep-rooted issues in mental health services.