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ALT 1 in 5 eight to sixteen year olds had a probable mental health condition in 2023
ALT The rate of 8-16 year old with a probable mental health condition in 2023 was 50% higher than the rate in 2017 (13%)
ALT Kids without mental health support are: 16x more likely to have tried to harm themselves 7x more likely to miss more than 15 days of school 30% less likely to enjoy learning
ALT The current system means pupils who don't need support from Children and Young People's Mental Health Services but still require more support than staff in schools are trained to provide are slipping through the gaps. Shelley Baker Headteacher, Varndean School, Brighton & Hove (Brighton & Hove Citizens)
ALT “...too often counsellors and psychotherapists are overlooked and undervalued in discussions around workforce expansion. We urge the Government to meet with us to see how we could help and support their plans.”
ALT Be aware of your body’s natural response Regulate your nervous system
ALT Pause and reflect Create a good morning and evening routine
ALT Build healthy habits to lower adrenaline levels Don’t suffer in silence
ALT Counsellors and psychotherapists can and should play a central role to help deliver Labour's manifesto commitments to improve mental health support for all.
ALT World Mental Health Day green logo
ALT #WorldMentalHealthDay Did you know? 73% of people said their experience of therapy was helpful and 72% said it was appropriate for their mental wellbeing.
ALT #WorldMentalHealthDay Did you know? Two thirds of people (65%) say it’s better to talk to someone about your problems rather than take medication
ALT #WorldMentalHealthDay Did you know? 82% of people who’ve had therapy agree that talking to a therapist about problems would make people happier.
