Scroll down and use the slider tool to see how the young people in Hackney responded. You can also view relevant statistics and quotes they wanted to share. The images on the left show how the students felt while the images on the right provide more information on each issue.
Priced out of London
Average property prices are more than 15 times the average starting salary in London. The future seems pretty bleak for young people hoping to continue living in the capital. Here’s an Exposure article which explores how the UK’s greatest metropolis is overflowing with culture, vibrancy and opportunity but at what cost?
Tech addiction
Smart phones have clearly become something of an addiction for many teenagers. In the UK there are now digital detox camps where you surrender your phone to experience ‘life off the grid’. You can read more about phone addiction here.
War on drugs
Alcohol and tobacco kill significantly more people in the UK every year than drugs do. Those who don’t understand drug culture are often the first to condemn it. Read this article for more on the changing attitudes towards drugs.
ADHD
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) can affect concentration and cause children to be disruptive. There are many drugs available to treat the condition but is medication necessarily the best way to deal with it? For more information on about ADHD click here.
Dyslexia
There’s a lot more to dyslexia than having difficulties with reading and writing. If you feel like you need support with work and learning check out this website. Here’s an Exposure article which explains just how hard life can be for a young person with dyslexia.
The First step towards change is awareness
If you are affected by any of the issues listed above or want to share a story of your own, we’d love your feedback! Comment below, visit our Facebook page or tweet us to let us know your thoughts.
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