This week’s episode is all about the surge in mental health issues seen across the UK in the wake of the pandemic - and the massive strain this is putting on services, with unprecedented demand and huge backlogs.

We spoke to some of those who have been affected in the north - including a teenager who saw her eating disorder “blow up” during lockdown, and a young man with bipolar disorder who ended up in hospital after struggling to access treatment for his worsening symptoms - as well as experts from mental health charities, working on the front line.

Written and presented by Annie Gouk and produced by Mark Magill.

Mental health crisis helplines: www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services

Find your local Mind: www.mind.org.uk/information-support/local-minds

Beat eating disorders helpline: 0808 801 0677 / [email protected]

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