HEALTHJun 29 · 00:58 UTCBBC HEALTH

Over one million children referred for mental healthcare - with anxiety the main reason

Over one million children in England have been referred for mental healthcare, with anxiety as the primary reason. Rising demand has exceeded capacity, resulting in years-long wait times for treatment.

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