These figures were part of a recent survey conducted by the Prince’s Trust, in which a staggering 50 per cent of all young people felt their mental health had worsened during the current crisis.
As Children’s Mental Health Week takes place during 1 - 7 February, here are five strategies that can help to improve the wellbeing of children and young people:
Resilience is a key skill that can help every child and young person navigate their way through the difficulties life might throw at them. Encouraging young people to explore activities such as mindfulness, journaling and regular exercise – even in a small way – could help them to develop a valuable toolkit over time that they can call upon to manage the challenges they face now and in the future.
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