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Behavioral Disorders

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health-childrens-health1 year ago

"Official Figures Reveal One-in-Nine British Children Diagnosed with Mental Health and Behavioral Disabilities"

Official figures reveal that one in nine British children are now classified as disabled, with a 144% rise in children receiving benefits for behavioral disorders such as ADHD and autism since Covid. The surge in diagnoses of mental health and behavioral conditions has been attributed to increased awareness and a shift in the threshold for seeking support, exacerbated by factors like lockdown and disrupted schooling. Concerns have been raised about the rising reliance on disability benefits, with payments expected to reach £5 billion by 2030, and the government emphasizes the need for a welfare system that supports the vulnerable while being fair to taxpayers.

health2 years ago

The Devastating Link Between Early-Life Diseases and Lifelong Childlessness

A study conducted by researchers from Harvard and Oxford University suggests that being diagnosed with certain health conditions in one's 20s can increase the likelihood of being childless later in life. The study, which included 2.5 million participants from Sweden and Finland, found that behavioral health issues such as alcoholism and schizophrenia had the greatest influence on childlessness among men, while autoimmune and inflammatory diseases like multiple sclerosis and cardiovascular disorders were more likely to result in childlessness among women. The study identified 74 different conditions associated with childlessness, including mental health disorders, birth defects, and metabolic disorders. These findings contribute to the understanding of factors contributing to declining birth rates and highlight the need for improved public health interventions.

health2 years ago

Childhood Physical Abuse Increases Risk of Mental Health Issues

Children and adolescents who have been physically assaulted are nearly twice as likely to develop mental illness compared to their peers, with the risk being higher in the first year after the incident, according to a study. The research analyzed the medical records of over 27,000 children in Ontario, Canada, and found that those who had been assaulted were 1.96 times more likely to be diagnosed with mental illness, particularly nonpsychotic disorders, behavior disorders, substance use disorders, and intentional self-injury. The study highlights the importance of providing tailored interventions and support to children in the year following an assault.