Healthcare
Miguel Xavier, national coordinator for Mental Health Policies: 'There is an avalanche of requests for help for children and youth'
The national coordinator for mental health reports a significant rise in demand for mental health support for children and adolescents. While a reform of the mental health sector, supported by the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), is underway, the system continues to face a critical shortage of professionals to meet the growing need.
Why it mattersIf you are seeking mental health support for children or youth through the public health system (SNS), be aware that services are under significant pressure and may face delays due to the high volume of demand and staff shortages.
