An extra £22m is to be provided for a special scheme to help young people who "suffer in silence" from mental health problems, Nick Clegg will announce on Wednesday.
As figures show that one in 10 children between the ages of five and 16 experience mental health problems, the deputy prime minister will say that the new money will be used to expand new psychological therapies.
The new investment Children and Young People's Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) project will also help extend training for people working with youngsters in schools and youth groups.
Clegg said: "Too many young people suffer in silence with mental health problems. This is vital investment that will give children the very best tailored treatment to restore them to good health, so that their illnesses are not simply swept under the carpet.
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