MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 15 TO 21 MAY 2023

​Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 15-21 May 2023 and this year the theme is 'anxiety' which is one of the most common mental health problems people experience.

Anxiety is a normal emotion and a natural response in many different situations including, when we experience money worries, health concerns, problems with relationships, or when we start a new job, experience work pressures, new social situations or other life events.

While it's a natural reaction to everyday life, sometimes anxiety can get out of control and start having a negative impact on your daily life.  All council employees have access to the Vivup Employee & Member Assistance Programme which you can access for confidential mental health support.  Trained Counsellors / Psychologists are available to offer support for a range of mental health issues 24 hours a day, 7 days a week without a referral.  In addition, should you wish not to speak to someone directly, there is a range of self-help guides which can be downloaded or listened to.

In addition there is also lots of information and advice on taking care of your mental health on the Knowsley Offer.

You could also check out the Mental Health Foundation's top tips on ways to manage anxiety.