Two-thirds of Americans who’ve shared their mental health struggles said the person they turned to wasn’t able to help them cope.

When life gets overwhelming, nearly half of Americans do what comes naturally: they turn to friends and family for support, a poll of 2,000 adults found.

However, 32 percent didn’t get the outcome they hoped for because the individual they turned to was dealing with their own challenges.

And a quarter felt like the individual didn’t understand what they were going through.

However, while 33 percent seek emotional support at least weekly, 74 percent worry they’re being a burden on those around them.

Subsequently, feeling like a burden has stopped 69 percent speaking up at all.

The research was commissioned by BetterHelp to mark the launch of its Therapist

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