The month of May is a time when many charities look to raise awareness of mental health, both in ourselves and the people around us.
Current studies suggest that around 1 in 5 people will experience poor mental health, and there are a wide variety of diagnosable conditions, including anxiety and depression, OCD, eating disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders.
The theme of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week is Action - encouraging us all to take action towards better mental health, no matter how big or small. These can be actions for ourselves, for others, or for the benefit of everyone. You can find out more great information on how to do this, as well as lots of information about Mental Health in general, by visiting Mental Health Awareness Week's official site.
Here at CreditKnowledge, we'd like to encourage actions to help the connection between mental health and money.
Money can be a great source of stress for many, and one that people also find it difficult to talk about, meaning they carry the burden alone, but there is help out there for people who need it.
You can check out our Money Worries Page, which contains free help, support, and guidance for anyone who is worried about their finances.
Existing Mental Health conditions may also result in people experiencing financial difficulty, which can create a vicious cycle. The Mental Health and Money Advice Service provides free financial information to people who are experiencing poor mental health or caring for someone who does.
For more useful information on managing mental health and wellbeing, check out the latest posts on our blog.