Funded by the National Association of Schoolmasters and Union of Women Teachers. In this qualitative study we will examine the experiences of teachers who have developed stress-related mental health problems, examining barriers to care. We will also interview school principals and investigate policy issues related to the mental health needs of staff. The study will be undertaken primarily in Northern Ireland but with the participation of schools in England (Gerard Leavey, Prof. K. Loewenthal (Royal Holloway, UoL) & Dr. Despina Rothi) £50,000.