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According to the Mental Health Foundation, mental health problems affect about one in 10 children and young people. Yet, only a third of young professionals (18-29 years old) feel comfortable approaching management about their mental health issues.

In addition to this, older colleagues are not at risk of the same stigma – almost half of people in their 40s feel comfortable discussing mental health with management.

This shows that young people in particular could be most at risk of forming a mental health issue, with work being a contributing factor.

It’s shocking to think that 76% of managers have not received any mental health training.

According to the annual survey detailed in the BITC report, this is despite 84% of employers understanding that...

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It’s estimated that around 166,000 girls and 67,000 boys of that age across the UK are depressed. Following a recent study, undertaken by academics at University College London and the University of Liverpool.

Worryingly, they concluded that one in four girls have depression by the time they hit 14.

This has been put down to body image, bullying and social media – each of which can have a huge impact on young people’s mental health.

It is estimated that 24 per cent of 14-year-old girls and nine per cent of boys the same age have depression.

The study suggests that parents underestimate the signs of depression among teenage girls, although...

About the campaign

Who: This campaign is aimed towards the general public.

What: Counselling Directory looks to offer advice to improve mental health, self-care and general well-being. We will look into areas of our lives that affect mental health, how we can support ourselves and when to get professional support. We want to call attention to the fact that everyone has something they want to change in their life.

Where: Globally

When: Mental Health Awareness Week 8th-12th May.

Why: