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It took having a breakdown on stage to take my mental health seriously

Actor Chris Connel shares his experiences and talks of when the show can’t go on.

Wellbeing drop-ins to start at London’s Actors Centre

Equity is teaming up with the Actors Centre to offer monthly wellbeing drop-ins from July 2018. Are you dealing with bullying and harassment in your workplace, or any mental health issues? These drop-ins will provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk, and consider your next steps. Open to all performers and creative team.

‘Mental health is not a death sentence’

Homeland actor David Harewood talks openly about the mental health issues he has faced, and the positive impact of his recovery.

Performers open up about anxiety battles in a bid to break taboo around mental health

West End actors including Caroline Sheen and Jodie Jacobs have revealed their battles with anxiety in a bid to encourage more industry conversations around mental health.

Mariah Carey opens up about her battle with bipolar disorder

Having been originally diagnosed in 2001, the singer has recently spoken for the first time about living with bipolar disorder and seeking treatment.

Rebecca Front and panic attacks

Comedienne and actress, Rebecca Front, opens up about her mental health problem and why she chose to encourage others to speak out through Twitter using  #WhatStigma