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Youth Mental Health Admissions Surge 65%, Experts Alarmed

1/28/2025

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Mental health hospital admissions for young people in England skyrocketed by 65% over the past decade, hitting nearly 40,000 in 2022. Alarmingly, eating disorder admissions soared by over 514%. Experts warn of insufficient care, with many patients sent home still struggling, urging the need for a comprehensive national strategy to enhance prevention and treatment.

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Mental health hospital admissions for young people in England skyrocketed by 65% over the past decade, hitting nearly 40,000 in 2022. Alarmingly, eating disorder admissions soared by over 514%. Experts warn of insufficient care, with many patients sent home still struggling, urging the need for a comprehensive national strategy to enhance prevention and treatment.