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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lisa Salmon

How to spot if your child is struggling with their mental health – and what to do next

Spotting when your child is struggling with their mental health, and knowing how to support them, can be tricky for parents and carers.

It’s an important issue to be aware of, however. According to the Children’s Society, in the three years up to 2022, the likelihood of young people having a mental health problem increased by 50%, while children and young people’s mental health charity Place2Be says one in six children experience mental health difficulties, rising to one in four amongst 17–19-year-olds.

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