children | National Statistical

How many children experience the death of their mother?

Nick Stripe
February 22, 2019

Categories: ONS, Public Policy, Wellbeing

The death of a parent can have a profound impact on children which may be felt throughout their life. However, there are currently no official estimates of the number of children who are affected by bereavement. Nick Stripe explains how ONS is starting to fill the evidence gap.

Tim Vizard
February 7, 2019

Categories: Office for National Statistics, Wellbeing

The possible effects of screen time and social media on children’s mental health are much in the news at the moment. But the mental health of the youngest in our society is complex and can be affected by many factors. To mark Children’s Mental Health Week and Time To Talk Day, Tim Vizard explains how ONS is working to improve the evidence base.