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Infant Mental Health Awareness 2020-06-23

2020-06-23

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Q1 Direct Answer
Tim Loughton Con
East Worthing and Shoreham
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The UK observed Infant Mental Health Awareness Week, focusing on the mental health challenges faced by infants and their parents during the lockdown.
What steps has the Secretary of State taken to promote Infant Mental Health Awareness Week? Have they seen the research published by the First 1001 Days Movement suggesting that three quarters of parents with children under two are feeling the detrimental impact of the lockdown, particularly BAME parents?
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matthew Hancock
I understand that Infant Mental Health Awareness Week was a great success. I have seen the report published by the First 1001 Days Movement during this week highlighting the challenges faced by parents with children under two, especially BAME families. The Government is working hard to address these issues and ensure support for this crucial cohort.
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