Spotlight on Mental Health

1 in 4 of us in the UK will be affected by mental health problems at some point in our lives, so whether it’s you, or someone you know and care about, you’re likely to come into contact with this issue at some stage.

While trying to overcome mental health problems can be tough, it’s often the stigma and discrimination surrounding these difficulties that makes life far more unbearable. The stigma stops people from applying for jobs, making new friends and even seeking the help they need to recover.

Your cash can help to break down the barriers that stop people getting help. It can give them the support they need to get better and lead happy and fulfilling lives.

Research shows that prejudice against people with mental illness is on the rise. That’s why, as well as supporting specialist mental health projects, Comic Relief is supporting a brand new campaign called ‘Time to Change’ which aims to raise awareness of mental health problems in England and tackle the stigma and discrimination that exists.