In 2020, 3052 children needed help.
In 2024, 3903 children needed help. This is 28% more.
Specialists say that people are noticing more children in need of help.
Children's mental health is poor. Children are unhappy and worried.
The number of children needing help has increased by 50% in five years. In 2024, 510 children needed help.
Young people are trying alcohol, tobacco, and drugs. There are problems at school and at home.
The number of 7-10-year-old children needing help has increased by 191. Boys need help more than girls.
Specialists have a lot of work. More children need help. The waiting lists for services are long.
In Tallinn, there are 1058 children in need of help. In Tartu County, there are 582 children in need of help.
In 2024, the law was changed. Specialists now need to pay more attention to children in need of help.