Rising Mental Health Crisis Among Young Britons Spurs Economic Concerns

A third of young adults report symptoms of mental illness, with experts highlighting the need for improved support and a shift in educational focus.

A third of young adults aged 18 to 24 in Britain reported symptoms of mental illness in 2021/22, a significant increase from the turn of the millennium.
Experts warn that the trend of young people being more likely to be unemployed due to mental health issues is damaging the economy, with a notable rise in worklessness among this age group.
The Resolution Foundation's report highlights that young people are now the most likely demographic to experience common mental disorders, reversing the trend from two decades ago.
Critics argue that a culture of over-medicalizing everyday stresses and an emphasis on vulnerability in education are contributing to the crisis.
Calls for action include better mental health support in education and workplaces, and a focus on resilience and coping strategies to address the growing mental health crisis among young Britons.