Date, Theme, History And Significance Of World Mental Health Day
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says that one in eight people globally are living with mental health conditions. An increasing number of adolescents and young people are affected by mental health issues. Therefore, it is crucial to raise awareness about mental health. World Mental Health Day is observed every year globally on October 10. The day aims to raise awareness on mental health issues and also provide support for people with mental health issues.
On World Mental Health Day, people organise seminars, workshops, events and conferences which aim to educate people about mental health issues and ways to manage and prevent them.
Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. It is an integral component of health and well-being that underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions, build relationships and shape the world we live in. WHO says, “Mental health is a basic human right.”
World Mental Health Day 2024 Date and Theme
World Mental Health Day is observed across the globe on October 10. This year too the day will be celebrated by healthcare experts and medical professionals.
The theme for World Mental Health Day 2024 is “Mental Health At Work”. This theme aims to raise awareness around the mental and psychological well-being of people at their workplace.
World Mental Health Day History
World Mental Health Day was first observed on October 10, 1992, and was initiated by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). The day was created to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote mental health advocacy. The United Nations, World Health Organization (WHO) and various mental health organisations across the world support this observance. Over the years, World Mental Health Day has become a day to address mental health stigma and improve mental health care access globally.
World Mental Health Day Significance
World Mental Health Day is an important day and is known to be extremely significant. It is a global day which aims to raise awareness about mental health. The day holds significance as it aims to create awareness about different mental health conditions and their management. World Mental Health Day also aims to reduce the stigma and misconceptions about mental health. The stigma attached to mental health is one of the major reasons why people refrain from seeking help.
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