Young people need hope hubs
Even before the pandemic hit, the well-being of children in this country – how they feel about their lives, their health, their safety, their happiness, and their futures – had been in decline for a decade.
Right now, thousands of children can’t access the mental health support they need. When they try to find help, their names are put on long waiting lists, and some may never see the specialist they need. Their hopes for the future hang by a thread. Self-harm and suicide attempts are increasing.
facts about children's mental health
50%
of mental health problems are established by the age of 14
1 in 3
children are turned away from mental health support
291 days
is an unacceptable time for children in East London to wait for mental health support
It helps just having someone to talk to It helps just having someone to talk to
