A new study involving 2,375 British teenagers aged 13 to 19 has found that 68 per cent of British teenagers fear the pandemic will make the future worse for people their age. And half of them (50 per cent) said they had been unable to stop worrying at times during the two weeks prior to the survey - which was done between 24th August and 8th September.
The research was done by the Mental Health Foundation in partnership with Swansea University, MQ Mental Health Research and Leaders Unlocked.
One of the other key findings was that the majority of British teenagers (69 per cent) felt alone at some point during the pandemic.
Professor Ann John, of Swansea University, said: “The pandemic has disrupted the lives of millions of British teenagers. As our survey shows, many are worried about their mental well-being and the future. Over two-thirds have felt alone.
“Prioritising the mental health of teenagers throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond is critical. That is why we need to take action now, to make sure support is available for those who need it, while guaranteeing access and enabling transitions to training, education and employment.
“Only through being proactive can we ensure the pandemic does not have long-lasting consequences.”
For more information about the Mental Health Foundation/University of Swansea study and its findings, please click through to the Mental Health Foundation's website here:
