The NHS in Cheshire and Merseyside is focusing on 'burnout' for World Mental Health Day.

The day, on October 10, is themed 'it is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace'.

The NHS is encouraging people to seek help if needed and is signposting people to access free NHS talking therapy services.

Dr Fiona Lemmens, deputy medical director for NHS Cheshire and Merseyside, said: "The fast-paced nature of the modern workplace means that more employees are experiencing chronic stress that leads to burnout, making this a very pressing issue."

She added: "That’s why it’s all our responsibility to recognise the signs of poor mental health, educate each other and provide mutual support so that we can create healthier, more resilient workplaces.

"From employers to employees, executives to managers, we all have a part to play in making mental wellbeing a priority."

Burnout is gradual and affects individuals and organisations.

Dr Lemmens said: "A mentally healthy workplace is a thriving one, which makes World Mental Health Day a great opportunity for us to address workplace burnout.

"By working together to combat poor mental health and burnout and foster environments where everyone can flourish, we can create a more productive, engaged and fulfilled workforce."

Research by YouGov for Mental Health UK found nine in 10 UK adults experienced high or extreme stress in the past year.

Almost a quarter feel unable to manage stress and pressure levels, and one in five workers needed time off due to poor mental health caused by pressure or stress.