Vision statement six: Scotland must seek to uphold the wellbeing of care-experienced children and young people and ensure that there is timely access to mental health support before crisis point so that children can enjoy good mental health.
Support for children and adolescent mental health increases.
Percentage of children receiving Child and Adolescent Mental Heath Services treatment within referral guidelines
| Year | Percentage |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 84.1% |
| 2020 | 61.7% |
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Reporting period: Quarter ending June 2024
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The number of children and young people receiving Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services treatment within 18 weeks of referral has increased since 2020 but showed a decrease between the quarter ending in March 2024 and the quarter ending in June 2024.