Reports of OCD among under-25s triple in 10 years
Summary
Reports of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) among young people in England have more than tripled over the past decade. NHS data show OCD is now the second most common mental health disorder for 16-24 year olds. Access to treatment is limited due to long wait times and a shortage of mental health workers.Key Facts
- OCD reports among 16-24 year olds in England have tripled in 10 years.
- OCD is now the second most common mental health disorder for young adults.
- There is a long wait time for treatment, with referrals taking up to 41 weeks.
- The UK government is hiring 8,500 more mental health workers to improve services.
- Charities claim there is an OCD crisis and urge immediate government action.
- Around 370,000 young people reported OCD symptoms in the 2023/24 financial year.
- Experts believe increased awareness and social pressures contribute to the rise.
- Symptoms often begin in childhood but become more intense during adolescence.
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