Children's Society have published a report on Good Childhood
The 'Good Childhood report' aims to look at modern society and that whilst most children enjoy childhood, a large number of young people are less happy now
The reality of modern childhood
While most enjoy their childhood, young people are less happy now, due to issues around boys’ appearance, friendships and school as potential driving factors. They struggle as a result of their family finances and worry about what their future might be like. On top of that there are increasing concerns around crime, climate change and the dangers of technology.
This isn’t what growing up should be like.
Only by listening to young people can we help them overcome the challenges of modern childhood and face their future with hope, confidence and optimism.
We rarely get a choice to say what we have to say or we are never heard
key findings include
- An estimated quarter of a million 10-15 year olds in the UK may be unhappy with their lives
- Boys are becoming less happy with their appearance
- Happiness with friendships is in decline
- Any experience of financial strain or poverty in childhood is linked to lower well-being by age 14
You can read the full report on Children's Society website
