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Young and homeless: support needs in England (UK) in 2015

Support needs of young people approaching local homelessness providers in England (UK) in August 2015

The data displays the support needs of young homeless people who contacted their local homeless service provider in England in August 2015. 41% of young people were NEET (not in education, employment or training), and 26% had substance abuse problems.

Not in education, employment or training	41
Lack of independent living skills	39
Mental health problems	34
Illegal substance misuse	26
Lack of literacy and numeracy skills	20
Offending history	18
Lack of relationship skills	17
Other	15
Alcohol misuse	12
Physical health problems	12
English as a second language	9
Use of legal highs	7
Learning disability	5

Young and homeless: support needs in England (UK) in 2015

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