The coronavirus pandemic has had a tremendous impact on mental health, and many people are finding things hard emotionally.
Life has changed drastically and quickly, leading to widespread stress, anxiety and uncertainty.
Those with existing mental health problems are having to face additional challenges and triggers, and may be having difficulty accessing their normal coping mechanisms or support.
Looking after ourselves - and others - has never been more important.
During Mental Health Awareness Week (18 May - 24 May 2020), the Mental Health Foundation is encouraging people to start conversations about mental health, as this year it is campaigning for kindness.
Here's what you need to know:
What is the theme for 2020?
The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week this year is kindness.
It was originally going to be sleep, but the Mental Health Foundation decided to change it in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Chief executive Mike Rowland said: "Now more than ever, we need to rediscover kindness in our daily lives.
"We want to use Mental Health Awareness Week to celebrate the thousands of acts of kindness that are so important to our mental health. And we want to start a discussion on the kind of society we want to shape as we emerge from this pandemic."
The organisation will revisit the theme of sleep another year.
How can you get involved?
The Mental Health Foundation is encouraging people to carry out or reflect on an act of kindness this week.
Being kind and compassionate has a positive effect on your own mental health. Helping others improves your self-esteem, and encourages you to be active and engaged with your community.
It can also widen your support network, as it creates a sense of belonging and reduces isolation.
You could volunteer, put together a fundraiser for a good cause, or simply carry out a small, random act of kindness for a family member, friend or neighbour.
You can share your experiences on social media with the hashtags #KindnessMatters and #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, and tag the Mental Health Foundation.
And you can also attend virtual events with the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival.
* Samaritans (116 123) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you’re feeling, or if you’re worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org
