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There has been a sharp rise in children and young people - some as young as six - attending A&E units in England in a mental health crisis, NHS doctors are warning. The number of six to 17-year-olds turning up in significant distress for things like self-harm and eating disorders, or in emotional crisis, rose by 36% between 2019 and 2025, according to the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health analysis. The government said it was looking to improve services and would be setting out plans soon. Tap the link in @BBCNews's bio to read more. #MentalHealth #BBCNews

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