Stress, anxiety and hopelessness over personal finances widespread across UK – new mental health sur
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A poll finds one in ten (10%) of UK adults feeling hopeless about financial circumstances, more than one-third (34%) feeling anxious, and almost three in ten (29%) feeling stressed in the past month.
The Mental Health Foundation asks for government action on supporting people at higher risk and preventing mental health problems ahead of the Autumn Statement.
Foundation warns of a significant rise in mental health problems without adequate support.
The UK population is experiencing widespread levels of stress, anxiety and hopelessness in response to financial concerns, according to a new survey commissioned by the Mental Health Foundation.
Ahead of the Chancellor’s autumn statement, the Foundation warns that action needs to be taken to prevent a significant rise in mental health problems across the UK, as large numbers of people report feeling anxious, hopeless or stressed due to their financial circumstances.
The survey of 3000 adults aged 18 and over, conducted by Opinium between 7...
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