
Mental health
Each year nearly three in ten people will experience a mental health problem. We have information here about a number of mental health conditions, as well as details of treatments and support.
Are you looking for ways to care for your mental wellbeing during COVID-19?
Anxiety
It’s normal to feel anxious sometimes. But if your anxiety is severe, it can interfere with your everyday life.
Alcoholism
Alcoholism means that you have difficulty controlling the amount you drink and how often.
Grief and bereavement
Feeling grief and mourning are reactions to losing someone we love. There is no right or wrong way to grieve.
Looking for mental health support?
You can find out more information in the topics below
Workplace mental health
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† As of November 2019 this analysis is based on internally conducted review of the consumer health insurance market using publicly available information from the major insurers in the UK consumer health insurance market. Combined, Bupa, AXA PPP, Aviva and Vitality hold approximately 90% of the Gross Written Premium income of UK PMI providers. Refers to standard mental health cover when this is included in the selected consumer health insurance product.
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