Mental ill health affects approximately one in four people in the UK. Conditions range from more common conditions, such as stress and anxiety, through to conditions such as bipolar and schizophrenia.
It is essential that employers understand these conditions and know how best to support workers who experience them.
Many workers still feel unable to approach their manager to discuss mental ill health, and managers themselves are often unsure how to best advise and assist staff, as mental health can feel a more complex and personal issue than physical health.