World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day (October 10) is a day of mental health education and awareness for all around the world. It was first observed in 1992. The purpose of observing this day is to spread awareness about mental health issues, reduce stigma, and encourage open discussion about mental well-being.

Mental health is a person's state of mental and emotional well-being. It affects a person's thoughts, feelings, behavior and relationships. Mental health problems include depression, anxiety, psychosis, and suicidal thoughts.
By observing World Mental Health Day, we can raise awareness of mental health issues and encourage people to learn about the resources available for help and support.


The theme for World Mental Health Day 2023 is "Make mental health and well-being a global priority for all." This theme highlights that mental health problems are a global problem and global efforts are needed to tackle it.

Mental health?

Mental health is a person's state of mental and emotional well-being. It affects a person's thoughts, feelings, behavior and relationships. Mental health problems include depression, anxiety, psychosis, and suicidal thoughts.
Mental health is an important topic, as it affects all aspects of our lives. Mentally healthy people are generally able to function better in their lives, build healthy relationships, and achieve their full potential.


Mental health problems can be caused by many factors, including genetic factors, environmental factors and life experiences. Symptoms of mental health problems can vary from person to person but include:
  1. Chronic sadness or depression,
  2. Anxiety or fear,
  3. sleep problems,
  4. Changes in appetite or weight,
  5. Fatigue or lack of energy,
  6. lack of attention,
  7. Difficulty making decisions,
  8. Suicidal thoughts or behavior,

Mental health is a diverse concept. It affects a person's thoughts, feelings, behavior and relationships.

Mental health problems are common. Around one billion people worldwide suffer from mental health problems.

Mental health issues should not be stigmatized. Mental health problems can happen to anyone, and they are treatable.

Help and support is available for mental health problems.

Mental health is an important topic, and raising awareness about it is important. There is help and support available for people struggling with mental health issues.