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  • One in four affected

    One in four of us will have problems with our mental health at some time in our lives.

  • Top 10 stress-busters

    Stress-beating tips that really help, including being more active and taking time for yourself.

  • Find mental health support

    Anxious, depressed or having problems coping? Find out where to go for help.

  • Video: mental health attitudes

    Watch four people who've had mental health issues talk about the negative reactions they faced and how they overcame them.

  • Accessing therapy

    Talking therapies are becoming more widely available on the NHS. Find out about what might be provided near you and how to access it.

  • Five steps to mental wellbeing

    The things we do and the way we think can affect our mental wellbeing. Learn the five steps you can take to improve yours.

  • Men and emotional health

    Get advice on how to look after your emotional health and keep your stress levels down.

  • Mental health helplines

    If you're concerned about yourself or a loved one, these helplines can offer advice, support and information.

  • Ten ways to fight your fears

    Whatever it is that scares you, here are 10 ways to help you cope with your fear and anxiety.

  • Financial stress

    Worries about money or losing your job can cause emotional distress. Get tips on coping with feeling anxious and advice on when to seek help.

  • Returning to work after mental health issues

    Find out how to get back into work if you've been off due to mental or emotional health issues.

  • 'I run to boost my mood'

    GP Liz Gardiner talks about her depression and how medication, CBT and exercise have all helped.

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder

    Coping with a traumatic experience can be incredibly hard and the repercussions can be long-lasting, but help is available. Read more.

  • Better coping skills

    10 ways to cope with whatever life throws at you, be it divorce, bereavement, an accident or a crime.

  • 'My psychotic breakdown'

    At 15 Natasha Bailey used cannabis; at 18 she had a psychotic breakdown. She thinks the drugs played a part.

  • 'Talking to other people helped my depression'

    Matthew has had depression since his teens. He describes how a self-help group has helped him cope.

  • 'Therapy changed my life'

    Hina, 39, a British Asian, had periods of feeling sad and tired but was too ashamed to talk about it.

  • Video wall

    Watch people with a wide range of mental health issues shed light on their experiences.

  • Video: bipolar disorder

    See an expert talk about the diagnosis and symptoms of bipolar disorder and the treatments that may be offered.

  • Video: over-60s mental health

    A short video showing how we can maintain our mental health as we get older.

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