AceShowbiz - On World Mental Health Day, Paramore's Hayley Williams opened up about her own mental health struggles, underscoring the importance of accessible mental health resources for everyone.

In a candid note shared via the Instagram page of Good Dye Young, the hair dye company she co-founded, Williams detailed her journey with mental illness, which began with a diagnosis of depression and a "specific kind of PTSD" in 2018.

"Admittedly, I'd been very ignorant about mental illness and just how all-consuming it can be," Williams wrote. She also expressed her surprise at the extent to which her mental struggles impacted her physical health, noting that her doctor initially told her she had chronic fatigue.

"Still, I didn't appreciate how interconnected my mind and body really were. It can seem pretty impossible to thrive, holistically, in the modern world," she said.

Williams emphasized that her understanding of mental health and her subsequent steps towards recovery were made possible thanks to her access to mental health professionals and doctors. "If I didn't have access to mental health professionals and functional doctors," she shared, "I may have never learned these things and continued to struggle on my own, without answers."

Unfortunately, she pointed out that many people are not as fortunate. "I hate thinking about how many people are stuck without answers or any tangible help," Williams wrote, showing empathy and concern for those who lack adequate support.

She encouraged her followers to cherish "small wins" and find solace in daily activities. "Obviously, there are little things we can do in the day to day to cheer ourselves up or give ourselves space to really express how we feel and who we are. I've always turned to music, dying/changing my hair, some form of community… but sometimes you just need more support than these things can give."

To help those in need, Williams highlighted the efforts of several organizations, including Inclusive Therapists, Therapy for Black Girls, and the Trevor Project. She urged anyone drawn to these groups to reach out for support.

This wasn't the first time Williams has addressed the importance of mental health and support. In August, she praised musician Chappell Roan for setting boundaries against predatory behavior from fans, recognizing the amplified challenges that women celebrities face due to social media.

With her platform, Williams continues to advocate for mental health awareness and resources, hoping to create a world where everyone has access to the help they need.