October 10 is World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is designed to raise public awareness of mental health issues. The theme for this year's World Mental Health Day is "Mental health in a changing world: the impact of culture and diversity." The World Federation for Mental Health launched the World Mental Health Day initiative in 1992 to foster increased understanding of transcultural issues in mental health and how they impact clinical interventions around the world.

Mental health agencies around the world are marking October 10 with special presentations and symposiums to highlight the unique challenges facing persons with mental health issues and how they are regarded in different cultures. Follow the provided links or check local listings to see what is being planned in your community.

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World Mental Health Day Project

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Hi there,

Very helpful post...

On this special day...I want to request the people who are mentally ill should communicate and share their feelings with others, which can help them enormously. They should keep in touch with friends and family members so that they can take help whenever they feel lonely.