Daily roundup 9 March: Anti-depressants, Adam Johnson, and youth merger

The number of children in the UK that were prescribed anti-depressants increased by more than 50 per cent between 2005 and 2012, research has found. The Independent reports that the World Health Organisation said the use of drugs to treat young people is a concern.


The chief executive of Sunderland Football Club has resigned following the Adam Johnson child abuse case. The BBC reports that the club has been criticised for letting the 28-year-old continue to play for the club after his arrest last year. Margaret Bryne, who has been chief executive since 2011, said the decision to allow him to play had been "a serious mistake”. 


A new youth organisation called The Mix has launched following a merger between youth charities YouthNet and Get Connected. The new organisation, which is designed for under-25s, will offer a range of support services with a focus on mental wellbeing and creating opportunities through volunteering.


A charity to support the needs of children with mental health problems has been launched. The Child and Family Practice Foundation aims to advance the education of professionals involved with the care of children with complex mental health needs, relieve sickness and promote the good health of children with complex mental health needs.


A government television advert that said “great” teachers could make up to £65,000 a year has been cleared by the Advertising Standards Authority following complaints. The Guardian reports the advert was part of the Department for Education's “Get Into Teaching” campaign. A total of 140 complaints were made by people claiming the advert misrepresented potential salaries.?


Unemployed young people in Hampshire are being given the chance to change their lives with help from the armed forces. ITV News reports that the Armed Forces Employability Programme aims to help those that struggle to secure a job and helps young people build their confidence, self-esteem and employability.


YMCA charities in Wales have launched their first-ever manifesto ahead of this year’s Welsh National Assembly Elections. More than 500 people had an input on the 36-page document, which focuses on the five key areas of support that Welsh YMCAs provide.?