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Psychiatrists warn of 'silent pandemic' as 4.1M seek help

Dr Lade Smith CBE, President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, has called on the UK Government to tackle a 'silent mental health pandemic' impacting individuals throughout England. Mental health services in England saw 4.1 million people in 2024/25, a 56% increase from 2.6 million in 2016/17. Among those affected are 1.2 million children and young people, a figure representing a 118% increase.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 October 2026 at 13:36

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