British Medical Association Says 1 in 10 Children in UK Suffers from Mental Health Problems
There also appears to be a socioeconomic link to this trend of increasing mental health problems in children, where poorer areas showed higher rates of mental health disorders. Unfortunately, these children may also not receive the care or treatment they need.
Scotsman.com news noted an authority saying that Scotland has pockets of poverty stricken areas. These are especially vulnerable when children require strong family units and social networks for good mental health. Additionally, people living in economically deprived areas may not be aware of mental health issues or seek help for their children.
One of the comments to the article pointed out the breakdown of the parental unit that has caused to the deterioration of children’s mental health. Extreme stress from divorce and other family strife can inflict psychological and emotional trauma to children and perhaps trigger mental health disorders in children who may already be more susceptible to certain mental illnesses.
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