Psychosis isn't catching but burnout is a risk for many caring professionals

Staff regularly dealing with traumatic situations are at risk of mental health issues, employers must ensure they are well supported

"Is it catching?" asked a member of staff at music therapy charity Key Changes after several months of working with people diagnosed with psychosis.

"Of course psychosis isn't catching," says Pete Leigh, founder of the charity, "but those of us working in such environments have to look after ourselves and each other to avoid being deeply affected."