1. Cost of living issues fuel mental health crisis

    Health and care news -

    New government figures show alarmingly high numbers of people are experiencing moderate to severe depression. The high cost of living is a particular issue.

  2. Children’s mental health in crisis - we're responding locally

    Healthwatch Sutton news -

    Recent research has revealed serious problems in care for children’s mental health.

  3. Report: Children's mental health worse since Covid

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    We surveyed over 1,000 Sutton children aged 9 to 11 about their mental health and wellbeing, and compared the results with the same survey conducted just before the pandemic. Their mental health now is worse – over half have had trouble sleeping.

  4. Local NHS responds to our report on children's mental health

    Healthwatch Sutton news -

    Local NHS managers have responded to our recent report highlighting a decline in the mental health of children aged 9-11 since the pandemic.

  5. Mental health managers respond to our recent report

    Healthwatch Sutton news -

    We have received a response to our report from South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, which provides mental health care in Sutton.