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The impact of deteriorating mental health can be felt across the globe. With a global pandemic, war, and economic disaster taking over our lives – It’s more important than ever to understand mental health, and to discover why we’re #StrongerTogether.
Mental health refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how individuals think, feel, and act; as well as influencing how they handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
Good mental health is essential at every stage of life, from growing up in school through to retirement. It encompasses a range of factors, including emotional resilience, the ability to function in daily life, and the capacity to cope with life's challenges.
Mental health can be impacted by various factors in life, including genetic and lifestyle impacts.
According to Mind 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year in England, and 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (like anxiety and depression) in any given week in England.
This data is from a 2014 report, which now 10 years old, however, it gives us a good insight into roughly how many people suffer from mental health issues. We also know that the levels of mental health issues in the UK would most likely have increased, given that the global prevalence of anxiety and depression increased by a huge 25%, according to a scientific brief released by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2022.
There are many types of mental health problems that people can be diagnosed with, including:
You can see a full list of mental health problems, along with explanations for what they are and advice for how to cope on Mind.
When our mental health is good, we feel good – it's that simple. Having good mental health makes life easier for us, helping us to support ourselves when we’re upset, navigate life changes and challenges, and keep good relationships with people around us.
For people struggling with their mental health, having support can be vital. Whether it’s the support of family, friends, colleagues, or even pets; having support can change our outlook on what’s happening around us.
For a lot of people, it can be difficult to know what to say when you know that someone is suffering with their mental health. You don’t have to be an expert, and just being there for someone can make a huge difference to their outlook.
Here are some tips to help others with their mental health:
With more people gaining knowledge in mental health support, we can become stronger together. A healthy support system can be crucial, allowing people to talk about their feelings without the fear of being judged.
We offer a range of mental health courses, including a short online course that takes just 90 minutes – an ideal way to learn how to support people with mental health challenges in a short space of time.
View our range of mental health courses today – support your loved ones to be #StrongerTogether