"For the whole eight hour shift you have to pretend you're OK."
Talking to family or friends is one thing, but speaking about your mental health at work can be really daunting.
Here on Like Minds we've been finding out who you should tell, and how to make it a bit easier to start the conversation.
If you - or someone you know - have been affected by mental health issues, the following may be able to help.
Mental Health Foundation
Mental Health Foundation provides a guide to Mental Health problems, topical issues and treatment options via their website.
Mind
Mind provides advice and support on a range of topics including types of mental health problem, legislation and details of local help and support in England and Wales.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (weekdays 9am - 6pm)
YoungMinds
YoungMinds offers information, support and advice for children and young people.
Help for concerned parents of those under 25 is offered by phone.
Phone: 0808 802 5544 (Mon–Fri 9.30am-4pm)
Inspire
Inspire (Northern Ireland Association for Mental Health) provides local services to support the mental health and wellbeing of people across Northern Ireland.
Phone: 028 9032 8474
SAMH
SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) can provide general mental health information, advise you on your rights and signpost you to your local services
Community Advice & Listening Line
Community Advice & Listening Line offers emotional support and information on mental health and related matters to people in Wales.
Phone: 0800 132 737 (24/7) or text "help" to 81066
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