Is this the anxious generation? The latest statistics on young people’s wellbeing are shocking, but politicians and parents still disagree over the real cause.
One in 10 children need mental health help
Mental crisis: More than a million children in England were referred to mental health services last year, sparking intense debate over whether modern stress, social media or a lack of personal resilience is driving the sudden surge. Glossary
Autism - A condition characterised by difficulty in social interaction and communication. According to the World Health Organisation, 1 in 160 children has an autism disorder.
Neurodevelopmental - The way the brain grows and changes as a person gets older, affecting how they think, learn, and behave.
Recessions - Periods of economic decline. A recession occurs when a country’s Gross Domestic Product falls for six months in a row.
Psychologist - Someone who studies the mind, emotions and behaviour.
Stigma - A mark of shame or disgrace that sets a person apart from others. In the 16th Century, it referred to a literal mark branded into the skin.