This podcast hears how mental health and life chances of young people and their parents are being dramatically affected by post-pandemic cost of living pressures.

Not only is there an elevated risk of psychological distress, the research also found food bank use and long-term poverty is associated with lower GCSE attainment. This sparks additional concerns about the long-term impact of the current cost-of-living crisis.

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Poverty’s impact on mental health, food insecurity and academic performance | RFTRW: S21E01

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Poverty’s impact on mental health, food insecurity and academic performance | RFTRW: S21E01

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