A year-long research programme by mental health charity YoungMinds in which 5,600 young people were questioned, found that 50 per cent had suffered bullying, with the same proportion saying they believe they will be a “failure” if they do not get good grades at school.
Meanwhile four in 10 believe viewing online pornography has affected their relationships, and one in three do not know where to get help if they feel depressed or anxious.
The report, which marks World Mental Health Day today, found that young people want action to be taken to address the issues they face.
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