BBCTom Hardy, Russell Brand and a host of other stars have joined together for a new campaign to help break the stigma of mental health.
#1in4 is a new campaign from the BBC, which is focused on getting people to talk about mental health.
One in four will affected by mental health issues, but some people still feel like they can’t talk about what they’re going through.
#1in4 of us will experience mental health issues. It's OK to ask for help. We've joined up with Tom Hardy to fight stigma and shame. pic.twitter.com/00DDLCNrwh
— BBC Three (@bbcthree) April 20, 2017
The campaign centres around famous faces sharing selfies with four fingers held up, accompanied by “words of solidarity, many from personal experience, with the hope of encouraging their fans and followers to do the same,” a press release said.
A host of celebs have already joined the campaign including Russell Brand, David Tennant and Annie Mac.
Radio 1 breakfast DJ Nick Grimshaw joined the campaign, saying:
Anxiety and depression are more prevalent than you think.
I wanted to get involved with the #1in4 campaign to help people realise they’re not alone. Having mental health issues is nothing to be ashamed about.
#1in4 of us will experience mental health issues. We're launching a campaign to tackle stigma. @grimmers on the importance of opening up. pic.twitter.com/oFmZvQHB4N
— BBC Three (@bbcthree) April 18, 2017
The #1in4 campaign is part of the BBC’s ‘Minds Matter’ season, featuring a range of programming, including ‘The Truth About Stress’ on BBC One, ‘Horizon: No Such Thing As Schizophrenia’ on BBC Two and ‘Being Black, Going Crazy’ on BBC Three.
#1in4 of us will experience mental health issues. Don’t ignore your symptoms. I'm helping @bbcthree to encourage everyone to talk w/o shame. pic.twitter.com/Z2vCVFhzRl
— Russell Brand (@rustyrockets) April 20, 2017
#1in4 of us will experience mental health issues. David Tennant is encouraging everyone to share the number. Let’s combat stigma together. pic.twitter.com/WhFfEA3Lqe
— BBC Three (@bbcthree) April 19, 2017
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