- Similar to 2020, physical health is less of an issue than mental health. The majority agree to some extent that their child or young person is physically healthy (65%) and that their physical health needs are being met (68%) although these proportions are slightly lower than last year’s findings.
Physical health
Summary
My child or young person is physically healthy
Base: 2021 sample (693) | 2020 sample (209)
The following chart shows respondents’ agreement that their child or young person is physically healthy (65%).
Key findings:
Parents and carers of children and young people with physical disabilities are the least likely to think that their child or young person is physically healthy.
My child or young person's physical health needs are being met
Base: 2021 sample (693) | 2020 sample (209)
The following chart shows respondents’ agreement that their child or young person’s physical health needs are being met (68%).
Key findings:
The majority of children and young people with every type of need are having their physical health needs met. Those with learning difficulties or disabilities are having their needs met the most, followed by those with communication and interaction needs.
