When it comes to captivating documentary films and docuseries, there are few places which do it quite as well as the BBC.

Take a look through the channel’s back catalogue on iPlayer and you’ll see what we’re talking about – from Zara McDermott’s film about her experience with revenge porn to Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne’s exploration of racism in the music industry, the BBC’s documentaries are known for starting important conversations.

One topic that the channel covers particularly well is mental health. Whether it’s showcasing the latest research into mental health treatment or providing a platform for the UK’s biggest stars to share their experiences, there’s plenty of eye-opening content to explore.

Here’s our pick of the best BBC documentaries on mental health to check out now.

10 eye-opening BBC documentaries about mental health