1m children 'suffer from disorders'

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The fifth in a series of six reports by the Children's Society inquiry into the state of childhood is expected to reveal pressure on youngsters to grow up too quickly is leaving increasing numbers of them with mental health problems.

Binge drinking, drug-taking and pressure to look fashionable and attractive were contributing to the trend.

The inquiry into children's physical and mental health has been headed by Stephen Scott, professor of child health and behaviour at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London.

A spokeswoman for the Children's Society said the report represented a "snapshot" of views from a range of people in Britain about the mental and physical health of children.

She said: "It is a collection of evidence, there was a national call for evidence from children, parents and practitioners, including professionals and academics. The evidence was submitted and then the inquiry panel looked into it."

Last year the Institute of Psychiatry released figures showing the number of teenagers with emotional and behavioural problems doubled between 1974 and 1999.

Ross Hendry, National Children's Home's (NCH) head of public policy, said: "NCH welcomes the Children's Society's emphasis on the importance of emotional wellbeing in children.

"From our own services we know that support must be in place to meet every need: from early intervention through to structured activities for teenagers. Not just the child, but the whole family, must be at the centre of this support to truly tackle the issues at stake."

The last report warned many children felt pressure to have the latest toys and clothes and were left anxious and depressed if they were unable to keep up with trends.