Understanding mental health

We all have mental health, just as we all have physical health, and it can ebb and flow throughout our lives. Find out more about some of the most common mental health conditions that might affect you, your colleagues and your loved ones.
Dealing with a mental health condition can be a long and difficult journey, requiring understanding not only about the condition itself but also on what you can do to help yourself and others. Before starting your journey, why not complete our short wellbeing assessment which will provide you with a personalised wellbeing rating based on your responses, and will assist you in identifying the help that might be available to support your mental wellbeing.

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    Complete our short wellbeing assessment which will provide you with a personalised wellbeing rating based on your responses and will assist you in identifying the help that might be available to support your mental wellbeing.

Depression

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    There are various types of depression. Learn more about them, as well as the signs and symptoms of depression, self-help strategies and treatments.

Anxiety

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    Anxiety is something we all experience from time to time. Learn more about the causes of anxiety as well as tips for managing it, and ways to help someone who’s suffering.

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    Managing health anxiety

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Maternal mental health

Other mental health conditions

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Understanding mental health resources

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We all have mental health, just as we all have physical health, and it can ebb and flow throughout our lives. The Retail Trust offers a range of resources to help you support your colleagues.