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NHS Struggles with Mental Health Crisis

Updated 2026-09-01 23:55 UTC 1 source Negative

Emergency departments in the UK are experiencing a surge in young people presenting with mental health issues, including self-harm and eating disorders.

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Rising numbers of children in mental health crisis ending up in A&E

NHS emergency departments are seeing more cases of self-harm, eating disorders and emotional distress in young people.

2026-09-01 23:38 UTC