Young people are not snowflakes, head of mental health review says
Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: September 21, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Health

Professor Peter Fonagy, head of an independent review into mental health, states there has been a real rise in mental distress among children and young people, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. He emphasizes that today's youth face economic uncertainties and social media pressures, creating a very challenging environment. Fonagy, who personally battled mental health issues in his youth, dismisses the notion of a snowflake generation and calls for better understanding of the challenges young people face.
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