Self care is incredibly important to us all. But sometimes no amount of yoga and journaling can pull you out of the downward spiral of mental health issues. This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, so today's post will focus on where you can get additional help with mental health.

Around 16 million people experience a mental health problem each year. Awareness is increasing, but that doesn't necessarily make it easier to open up and speak to someone. Getting help quickly is vital, and recognising that you may need additional help is the first step.

These following phone numbers are a great place to start:

• Samaritans – 116 123
• Anxiety UK – 03444 775 774
• No Panic – 0844 967 4848
• Rethink Mental Illness – 0300 5000 926
• Sane – 0300 304 7000

Websites with some useful information on include:

• www.mentalhealth.org.uk
• www.mind.org.uk
• www.rethink.org
• www.samaritans.org.uk
• www.blurtitout.org

It's so important to get the help you need and start talking. Please, if you are struggling, contact one of the above. If anyone has any other contacts that could be useful, please leave a comment below.