The effects of different drugs on mental well-being vary from one individual to another and depend on the situations in which they are taken. Effects may range from feelings of tension, panic, anxiety, low concentration, confusion and depression, and sleep problems. For some drugs, stopping regular use may lead the person to feel depressed or run down for some time. Young people with a mental health problem are especially vulnerable to the effects of drugs. Physical and sexual abuse.
Child abuse can cause major mental health problems.
It is estimated that one in ten children suffers some form of abuse and disturbance, and without help, problems often persist into adult life causing serious personality and relationship problems and in some cases mental health problems. Mental health problems Depression. About 2 in 100 children under the age of 12 are depressed to the extent that they would benefit from professional help. At least 5 per cent of teenagers are seriously depressed and twice that number show significant distress. Causes of depression are varied and can be linked to family or relationship problems, pressure at school or worries about the future.