The shocking state of housing in England today is seriously impacting people’s wellbeing says Shelter
New Shelter report reveals that a huge 1 in 5 adults suffer mental health problems such as anxiety, depression and panic attacks, due to housing pressures.
The new Shelter report highlights how the shocking state of housing in England today is seriously impacting people’s wellbeing. One in six adults say housing issues have also affected their physical health reporting symptoms such as hair loss, nausea, and headaches, while our investigation with GPs shows people overwhelmed by housing stress are turning to them for medical help.
Shelter legal adviser Liz Clare said: “Every day at Shelter we hear from people at breaking point because they can no longer cope with their unstable, unliveable or unaffordable housing.
“From families in fear of falling further behind on the rent to people dealing with the misery of raising young children in a tiny, mouldy, freezing flat – people can feel completely overwhelmed.
“But getting advice and support for housing problems early can ease the pressure and stop things spiralling out of control. Shelter’s free expert advice is only a click or conversation away – visit shelter.org.uk/advice as a starting point or pop into your local Shelter service.”
Read more of the New Shelter report click here.
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