Mental Health Awareness Week: The advisers doing their bit

10-16 May

Sophie King
clock • 4 min read

From no-contact boxing to providing support for employees coming back to work, PA looks at what financial advisers are doing to support mental health awareness

May 10 through to May 16 marks Mental Health Awareness Week 2021, a campaign encouraging people to be more aware of their own mental health, as well as what they can do to support others. The impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on our mental health could be colossal and so it is important to make sure we are taking care of our mental health. With this year's Mental Health Awareness Week theme being nature, people are encouraged to look after their mental health by surrounding themselves with all things green. Whether that be going for a walk in the woods or taking care of plants, the ...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

The paradox of invisible value: How to ensure clients recognise the power of advice in volatile times

The paradox of invisible value: How to ensure clients recognise the power of advice in volatile times

'Investing is not just a technical exercise; it’s an emotional one'

Kate Rainbow
clock 03 August 2026 • 4 min read
The Platforms Association acquires the UK Platform Awards

The Platforms Association acquires the UK Platform Awards

Clive Waller hands over the awards programme

Isabel Baxter
clock 30 July 2026 • 2 min read
FCA bereavement survey sent to just 12 firms – 'A very small dip in the ocean'

FCA bereavement survey sent to just 12 firms – 'A very small dip in the ocean'

Covers advisers, platforms and wealth managers

Sophia Panayi
clock 30 July 2026 • 3 min read