Poor mental health among young people is on the rise, official figures show. One in 20 young people (5%) were economically inactive due to ill health in 2023, it said. The research also found that 79% of 18 to 24 year olds who are "workless" due to ill health only have qualifications at GCSE level or below. The research has been produced by the Resolution Foundation, but is funded by the Health Foundation - a charity which says it aims to bring about better health and care. However, the Health Foundation has previously said it believes the data is still accurate enough for its analysis.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 26, 2024 05:58 UTC