@dailymailuk: More than 1 million children were referred for mental health support in England last year 🧠📈 New figures show that over 1 million children and young people were referred to mental health services in England during 2025–26, highlighting the growing demand for support among young people. The total marks one of the highest levels on record, with anxiety, depression, eating disorders and neurodevelopmental conditions among the most common reasons for referral. Despite record demand, hundreds of thousands of children are still facing long waits for treatment, with mental health charities warning that services are struggling to keep up. Experts say the figures reflect a worsening mental health crisis among young people, driven by factors including social media, academic pressures, the cost of living and the lasting impact of the pandemic. Campaigners are calling for increased funding and earlier intervention, arguing that without major investment, many children will continue to miss out on the support they need.

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Wednesday 01 July 2026 12:04:21 GMT