Too many young people in secondary schools across England are being denied vital mental health support at school and by mental health services, affecting their ability to participate in education, according to this report by mental health charity, Mind.
The report revealed that almost all (96 per cent) of young people surveyed across England, reported that their mental health had affected their schoolwork at some point.
As part of its inquiry, Mind consulted with over 2,870 young people, parents/caregivers of young people affected by mental health problems, mental health professionals and school staff across England.
The charity found that nearly seven in ten (68 per cent) young people reported being absent from school due to their mental health.
Some young people also reported having their mental health problems treated as bad behaviour, rather than being supported to address underlying issues.