The report, Exploring the needs of young people with a prisoner in the family, estimates that around 100,000 children have a father in prison.
Relatives of imprisoned individuals can face pressures such as stigma, lack of information, difficulties visiting their parent, isolation, discrimination and emotional stress. As a result, young people with family members in prison are more at risk of suffering significant mental health problems and difficulties at school.
The research has been funded by The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund.
Lucy Gampell, director of AfPF, said: "More young people and families are affected by imprisonment of a family member than ever before. These are vulnerable young people who need specialist, non-judgmental support services.
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