Research from the Kings Fund and Healthwatch England have both looked at finance and it’s impact on health – but we wanted to find out the impact financial concerns and constraints have on people’s emotional wellbeing.

15/08/2025
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Mental health

39 people answered our online survey and we also visited Leatherhead Community Hub to speak to people face to face.

97% of people said that financial concerns currently impact their emotional health and wellbeing and mental health.

87% said that financial restraints do.

Only half (50%) of survey respondents said they were clear about what help and support is available to them.

 

 


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"I'm always worrying about money and not having enough to pay bills. I understand why people take their own lives over financial problems. It has a daily impact on me and my mental health.”