Surge in teenagers self-poisoning renews mental health concerns

Almost two in three poisonings are intentional - up 50% in past 20 years - with young women most affected, data shows

Growing numbers of teenagers are deliberately poisoning themselves with alcohol, painkillers and antidepressants, renewing fears about young people's mental health.

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