| The Children’s Society has published a research report into children’s wellbeing estimating that around half a million children in the UK aged 8-15 have low well-being. Findings include: choice and family have a large impact on children’s happiness; the quality of family relationships is more important than the family structure; and low well-being increases with age. It outlines six key priorities needed for a happy childhood, including relationships and personal finance. A second report provides policy advice on promoting positive well-being for children, identifying six priorities including: conditions to learn and develop, and feeling positive about themselves. |
| Source: Childrens Society 12 January 2012 |
| Further information: Children & Young People Now 12 January 2012 |
| The Good Childhood Report 2012: A review of our children’s well-being |
| Promoting positive well-being for children |
