World mental health day

A new, dedicated phone line will allow farmers across the country to quickly and easily connect with the Rural Aid counselling team. Photo supplied. It's Mental ...

‘Working on your mental health gets easier and better with practice, so it is really important to have an awareness of what you can do to feel better. The WHO says the COVID-19 pandemic has created a global crisis for mental health, fueling short- and long-term stresses and undermining the mental health of millions. They say we must strengthen mental health care so that the full spectrum of mental health needs is met through a community-based network of accessible, affordable and quality services and supports. Some farmers are now at the stage where they are ready for mental health support, after experiencing disaster earlier this year. ‘Most importantly, if you need help, make sure you reach out for it, whether through your family, friends or mental health services.’ Many aspects of mental health have been challenged; and already before the pandemic in 2019 an estimated one in eight people globally were living with a mental disorder. At the same time, mental health services have been severely disrupted and the treatment gap for mental health conditions has widened. The World Health Organisation (WHO) says the pandemic has, and continues to, take its toll on our mental health. Also, farmers may have felt an increased sense of anxiety since the confirmation of a third La Nina event.’ ‘Although we are moving away from COVID-19 as being a major source of worry, people are telling us they’re still adjusting. The survey also revealed people wanted a diverse range of supports for their mental health and wellbeing including online mental health tips, digital tools and someone to talk to too. The WHO envisions a world in which mental health is valued, promoted and protected; where everyone has an equal opportunity to enjoy mental health and to exercise their human rights; and where everyone can access the mental health care they need.

Tech execs fron Lifeworks, Tic:Toc, Unit4 and Templafy have shared their thoughts on mental health, during what is Mental Health Awareness Month, and...

“Companies that show that they truly value and care about their employees, their development and their wellbeing are the ones that are able to attract and retain top talent. It’s important for businesses to cultivate an environment where employees feel like their mental health is important and valued by their employer. “Ensuring the mental health and wellbeing of your people is a continued responsibility every company needs to take responsibility for. Companies have a huge opportunity to play a part in highlighting the importance of mental health, destigmatising it and showing that like any other health issue it should be treated with appropriate care. “An EAP is a work-based intervention program designed to enhance the emotional, mental and general psychological wellbeing of all employees and includes services for immediate family members. Not only do we see these as a great strength towards the success of the business, but it has a defined and enduring impact on the mental wellness of our employees. And we can all benefit from looking after our own mental health and the mental health of our communities." “Mental health and wellbeing is constantly evolving. Call it a form of check-in with the teams, to understand collectively how our people are really feeling, their workload and areas they require support. But 100% digital does not mean 100% robot; people are the drivers of technology and their mental wellness is of utmost importance. "Good mental health is when we can cope with the stressors of our daily lives, participate in loving relationships, contribute to our community, and work towards our goals. “A positive outcome of the pandemic has been heightened awareness of mental health.

Each year on 10 October, World Mental Health Day gives us an opportunity to raise awareness of mental health and the support available.

[Mind is sharing their 'If this speaks to you, speak to us' campaign](https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/world-mental-health-day/) for you to have a look at the different ways people talk about their experiences. [NHS Every Mind Matters website](https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/) offers simple practical resources for managing mental wellbeing. To show that it’s ok to take a break, our libraries have mindful colouring stations available throughout the week. You can send one to a friend or neighbour who is going through a hard time to let them know they are not alone or keep one as a positive message for yourself. The books have been carefully chosen by leading health and wellbeing organisations to help teenagers better understand their feelings, handle difficult experiences and boost confidence. Whether that’s you, your parent, sibling, best friend or co-worker, many of us don’t get the help we need – this has to change.

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network's Distress Thermometer helps people with cancer worldwide receive better care by empowering discussion and ...

Follow NCCN on Facebook [@NCCNorg](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=2791960169&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNCCNorg&a=%40NCCNorg), Instagram [@NCCNorg](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=110212541&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fnccnorg%2F&a=%40NCCNorg), and Twitter [@NCCN](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=2061494155&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twitter.com%2Fnccn&a=%40NCCN). Visit [NCCN.org](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=1786510834&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nccn.org%2F&a=NCCN.org) for more information on the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology ( [NCCN Guidelines](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=2874581325&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nccn.org%2Fprofessionals%2Fdefault.aspx&a=NCCN+Guidelines)®) and other initiatives. There are also NCCN Guidelines for Patients®: [Distress During Cancer Care](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=599260129&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nccn.org%2Fpatientresources%2Fpatient-resources%2Fguidelines-for-patients%2Fguidelines-for-patients-details%3FpatientGuidelineId%3D10&a=Distress+During+Cancer+Care) with the same information in an accessible format to empower patients and caregivers to participate in shared decision-making. The updated NCCN Distress Thermometer translations are part of NCCN's ongoing efforts to make NCCN Guidelines and associated clinical resources more accessible for non-English speakers. [NCCN](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=2173588221&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nccn.org%2F&a=NCCN)®) is a not-for-profit alliance of [leading cancer centers](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=122193169&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nccn.org%2Fmembers%2Fnetwork.aspx&a=leading+cancer+centers) devoted to patient care, research, and education. "On World Mental Health Day and every day, we want to uphold the fact that addressing emotional distress is a key part of patient care," said Robert W. [NCCN Distress Thermometer](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=2490017032&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nccn.org%2Fglobal%2Fwhat-we-do%2Fdistress-thermometer-tool-translations&a=NCCN+Distress+Thermometer), available in more than 70 languages, to help people around the world identify and address psychosocial stressors that may raise challenges when coping with having cancer, its symptoms, or treatment. "We hope our work helps reduce any stigma or burden, enabling these important discussions around emotional wellbeing." By making this free resource even easier to understand and use, as well as more accessible, we hope all people with cancer will receive the support they need in order to achieve the best possible outcomes." [NCCN.org/global](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=364926773&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nccn.org%2Fglobal%2Fglobal-program&a=NCCN.org%2Fglobal) to learn more about free cancer care resources for different regions and languages, and join the conversation online with the hashtag [#NCCNGlobal](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3665862-1&h=2397144971&u=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3D%2523NCCNGlobal%26src%3Dtyped_query%26f%3Dlive&a=%23NCCNGlobal). It also features a straightforward checklist of concerns covering different domains, including: "We recently overhauled this free one-page resource to be even more user-friendly and inclusive.

Tatler editors share the rituals and active decisions that are a non-negotiable part of their constant self-care.

At the start of the week, I also typically plan ahead for the next five days. If I don’t plan for things the night before, I don’t function properly the next day. Our mental well-being is something that needs our constant effort and attention; while everyone goes about it differently, here are some of the ways Tatler editors show themselves a little TLC.

"Mental health is critical to our overall well-being. It should be prioritized as highly as our physical health. Governments, employers, and society in ...

The overdose crisis is another example of the interaction between mental health and the health care system. Governments, employers, and society in general need to do more to protect and support people's mental health needs. The National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) is one of Canada's largest labour organizations with over 400,000 members. NUPGE is again calling for there to be community resources available for callers to be referred to, and that these resources be funded and accessible to assist those in crisis in a timely manner. The current health care crisis is concurrently a mental health crisis. There is no health without mental health. The WHO estimates that one in eight people globally are living with a mental health disorder. [CRTC has announced that a 988-hotline](https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/988-suicide-prevention-hotline-launching-2023-1.6568016) system for access to suicide prevention and mental health resources will be launched on Nov. The pandemic has greatly increased the number of people struggling with mental health issues and NUPGE is again calling for action." As the pandemic has become normalized, the affects of the social isolation, anxiety and economic uncertainty continues to impact people's mental health, and most people do not have the support they need. Governments, employers, and society in general needs to do more to protect and support people's mental health needs. "Mental health is critical to our overall well-being.

WHO reported in 2017 that there were about 9000 psychiatrists practising in India, which equates to 0.75% per lakh of people.

An estimated 15% of working-age adults have a mental disorder at any point in time. These are some of the reasons for the rise in mental health disorders since the pandemic," he said. Screen addiction in children increased dramatically," he said. Calling COVID-19 a great disruptor of people's lives with its uncertainties and the economic recessions, Mr. Some people were so afraid of being infected by the virus that they went overboard to maintain hygiene, started washing their hands and using hand sanitizers excessively, which led to compulsive disorder in some people. For many who require such ongoing care, the shutdowns were disastrous.

World Mental Health Day 2022 Quotes, Messages, Posters: Mental health is an important issue and we need to fight against the social stigma and the lack of ...

Thus, we need more funds for research and development in the healthcare system. A good therapist and the necessary medication can help us function more efficiently. This day is a reminder that whatever you are going through, you don't have to face it alone. The main agenda is to help us think about our thoughts and evolve beyond outdated perceptions and release the stigma of mental health. People were getting treated for the mental health issues they suffered but this initiative was to fight against the stigma and to recognise the challenges, lack of funding being one of them. This is the first step to avoid being unintentionally hurtful and stigmatising.

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year. On this day, various programs are designed to draw attention to mental health issues and their ...

The then WFMH Deputy Secretary General Richard Hunter initiated the first celebration of World Mental Health Day on October 10, 1992. World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year. The celebration ensures that mental health as an issue is highlighted and stays in the public consciousness.

By Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, WHO Regional Director for South-East AsiaOn World Mental Health Day, WHO is calling on Member States in the South-East Asia ...

It aims to help all countries of the Region build on and accelerate longstanding efforts to implement equitable mental health policies, laws, programmes and services, in line with the Region’s Flagship Priorities on preventing and controlling noncommunicable diseases, strengthening emergency risk management and achieving universal health coverage. The Paro Declaration aims to ensure that all people in the Region can access quality mental health care, close to where they live, without financial hardship. On World Mental Health Day, WHO is calling on Member States in the South-East Asia Region to intensify action to achieve access for all to quality mental health care, in line with the recently adopted Paro Declaration on universal access to people-centred mental health care and services.

We reached out to Dr Sonal Anand, Psychiatrist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road, Mumbai, to understand which daily habits can help one to improve or maintain ...

Being on social media all the time and dealing with cyberbullying can lead to stress and a variety of mental health problems. Physical health and mental health go hand-in-hand. [Yoga and meditation](https://www.healthshots.com/preventive-care/self-care/you-can-trust-yoga-and-meditation-for-migraine/) practices can be helpful in these circumstances. According to the expert, it is critical to pay attention to oneself and make efforts to manage stress if one wants to maintain mental well-being. Every mental health condition is distinct to each person and may call for a different type of treatment. It’s possible that you may have seen discussions regarding mental health issues on television, in a series, on your favourite show, or even on social media.

New Delhi: Healthcare experts on Sunday underlined the need for more psychiatrists and developing a support system to tackle mental health issues which they ...

These are some of the reasons for the rise in mental health disorders since the pandemic," he said. An estimated 15 per cent of working-age adults have a mental disorder at any point in time. Screen addiction in children increased dramatically," he said. Some people were so afraid of being infected by the virus that they went overboard to maintain hygiene, started washing their hands and using hand sanitizers excessively, which led to compulsive disorder in some people. So we were forced to do things we had never done before, he said. For many who require such ongoing care, the shutdowns were disastrous.

Minister for Mental Health Bronnie Taylor is encouraging people to pause and take a moment today to consider how they are feeling. “We may often neglect our ...

Most importantly, if you need help, make sure you reach out for it, whether through your family, friends or mental health services.” “By taking just a few moments out of the day to focus on yourself, your environment and how you are feeling, you’re already taking small but beneficial steps to support your mental health and wellbeing.” People across NSW are being urged to tune into their mental health and reach out to the many available services if they need support, this World Mental Health Day.

With more than two in five Australians over age 16 struggling with mental health at some time in their life, the Australian Medical Association is ...

[Lifeline](https://www.lifeline.org.au/) offers 24/7 crisis support for all Australians on 13 11 44. [ @AustralianMedicalAssociation](https://www.facebook.com/AustralianMedicalAssociation/) [ @amapresident](https://twitter.com/amapresident) [ @ama_media](https://twitter.com/ama_media) [confidential telehealth service](https://www.drs4drs.com.au/getting-help/#telemedicine) specifically for doctors and medical students who are struggling with their mental health. [Drs4Drs](https://www.drs4drs.com.au/) 24/7 helpline is 1300 374 377 (1300 Dr4Drs).

Stigma, discrimination, and human rights violations against people with mental health conditions are widespread in communities and care systems everywhere.

This training was designed to improve the quality of care in mental health and related services and to promote the rights of people with psychosocial, intellectual and cognitive disabilities. Mental health conditions are usually painful and unfortunately stigma only amplifies that distress. With approximately one billion people living with a mental disorder in 2019, services are radically under resourced. The Report provides a blueprint for governments, academics, health professionals, civil society and others with an ambition to support the world in transforming mental health. We must normalize talking about mental health and its multitude of conditions because stigma is the chain onto which all mental health conditions link. However, that represents only part of the issue; personal shame, internalized through an individual’s mental health suffering, is a silent problem.

In celebration of World Mental Health Day on Monday 10th of October, leading health and wellness brand – KIC – will execute an OOH moment, developed by ...

NSWRL Community and Welfare Officer Paul Langmack has reminded anyone dealing with mental health issues to reach out for help as World Mental Health Day is acknowledged across the globe. Langmack, who represented NSW four times and played over 300 ...

Drinking lots of water, maintaining a good diet, getting six to eight hours sleep every day and staying away from screens two hours before bed. “I ask everyone, ‘You know what physical fitness means, so what is mental fitness? “Mental fitness is a huge problem,” he said.

World Mental Health Day 2022 on 10 October is a chance to "rekindle our efforts and improve mental health" according to the World Health Organization.

[Policy Brief](https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240057944) co-authored with the International Labour Organization, should be the go-to resource for any employer looking to enhance their approach to supporting workplace mental health. [end is in sight](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/sep/14/end-of-covid-pandemic-in-sight-says-world-health-organization)’ for the pandemic. [costing the global economy approximately $1 trillion every year](https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use/mental-health-in-the-workplace) in lost productivity. One such guideline recommended the use of manager training for helping to protect mental health at work. [Learn more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/09/workplaces-effectively-support-mental-health/) about the WHO's guidelines for supporting mental health at work. Shobana Kamineni, Executive Vice-Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited emphasises the need to embed technology into healthcare to ease pressures. Despite how widespread mental health problems are, services, skills and funding for this global health issue “remain in short supply, and fall far below what is needed, especially in low and middle-income countries”, according to the WHO. [Dévora Kestel](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/authors/devora-kestel), Director of the Department of Mental Health and Substance Use at the Forum, [Shyam Bishen](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/authors/shyam-bishen), Head of Health and Healthcare at the Forum and [Miranda Wolpert](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/authors/miranda-wolpert), Director of Mental Health at the Wellcome Trust explore how employers can support workers' mental health. In some countries, they are also more likely to suffer human rights violations, discrimination and stigma. [Susanne Andreae](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/authors/susanne-andreae), Head of Health and Healthcare Industry at the Forum and [Melissa Betheil](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/authors/melissa-betheil), Partner Engagement Lead of Health and Healthcare at the Forum share insights from healthcare CEOs on how to make wellbeing a priority. [Find out more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/10/what-is-world-mental-health-day/) about World Mental Health Day 2022. [rekindle our efforts to protect and improve mental health](https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day/2022),” says the World Health Organization (WHO).

News-Medical speaks to Prof. Charlotte Hanlon, psychiatrist and researcher, about her work within the field of Global Mental Health and the importance of ...

I led the first service trial in a low-income African country for people with severe mental health conditions, showing that primary care workers could deliver mental health care as safely and effectively as mental health professionals ( [https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(21)00384-9/fulltext](https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/PIIS2215-0366(21)00384-9/fulltext)). Current projects include HOPE, an NIHR global health research group on homelessness and severe mental illness (co-PI with Professor Atalay Alem), SCOPE, a Wellcome Trust-funded study of the context of psychosis in Ethiopia to inform outcomes (PI), PROMISE, a Wellcome Trust-funded study on improving detection and care for people with psychosis in Malawi (PI Professor Stephen Lawrie), and PRIZE, an MRC-funded project to pilot a peer support intervention for people with psychosis in South Africa (co-PIs Dr. We've got a really exciting new project (HOPE) that is working in the area of homelessness and severe mental illness, which is a very visible problem in every country of the world, and yet still manages to be overlooked in terms of response. In HOPE, we'll be working in Ghana, Ethiopia, and Kenya with a diverse group of people, including mental health service user associations, policymakers or collaborators, and the WHO. I think seeing people supported and able to live in the community, a “rubbing of shoulders” with everybody else, is perhaps one of the key things that can help reduce stigma. There are many contributors, but I think a big contribution comes from inadequacies in providing health and social care to people with mental health conditions. The focus that we have is on shifting that center of gravity to our low and middle-income country partners because we very much recognize that global mental health needs to have really strong leadership from the global south. Because when people can access care in a timely way that meets their needs and enables them to recover, the general public can see that, and that's an extremely potent antidote to stigma. So in Ethiopia, we are doing some work with our mental health service user association, and we've got some new funds to co-develop some interventions around raising awareness and reducing stigma. A key obstacle that we face in Ethiopia, which is also a factor in many other countries, is that mental health goes hand-in-hand with poverty. So in that sense, there's quite a lot of momentum and a much stronger platform for change. That tends to involve the co-development, testing, and implementation of different sorts of psychological interventions, service models, and health systems strengthening approaches.

Keri Harris founded MHFW during the coronavirus pandemic, hosting online activities before football was allowed. He said: "I heard a lot of people say they felt ...

Keri has been like a dad to us and our children absolutely love him." "A couple of years ago, I wouldn't be able to do that. "Now I've got a family and I'm married. "I went through a phase from 16 onwards with crippling anxiety, really terrible mental health. "I've known Keri for years. Sisters Anna and Louise Massey also attend the sessions, with their young children. I owe it all and it's great to give something back. We can meet other people who have mental health problems, and who are striving for the same goal. Alex Truss, 38, who has lost four stone since joining the team, said: "I have suffered with my mental health since I was a teenager, and when my marriage ended suddenly, playing football was the only thing that got me out of the house. "That's what made me feel like, right I feel safe and supported by an organisation, I want my team to feel the same." "I help with the sessions, and go to the tournaments. The 31-year old said: "I was diagnosed as autistic when I was 25, before that I was diagnosed with

Governments, UN agencies, and humanitarian organizations should take concrete steps to develop and invest in psychosocial support for people affected by ...

[research](https://www.hrw.org/news/2022/03/24/france-afghan-evacuees-need-mental-health-support) in France showed that despite important efforts to welcome, promptly accommodate, and support Afghan evacuees, many still faced significant hurdles in getting psychosocial support. In addition to experiencing psychological harm from the traumatic events that drive people from their homes, [research](https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1003337#sec015) shows that forcibly displaced people often experience additional distress both during the escape and after, while they adjust to an unfamiliar place. Receiving countries also have an obligation to provide psychosocial support, as part of their international commitment to the right to health. “It’s essential to prevent further suffering, as well as long-term consequences for individuals, their families, and entire communities.” The needs in Ukraine remain high, and in other crisis situations that have received less attention psychosocial support is often overlooked. All but one person said they and their children have not had access to mental health and psychosocial support services. He was treated for injuries at the military hospital, but “Nobody came to ask about my mind,” he said. “They only treated my body.” Two years later, he sought help but the trauma remains: “I still have flashbacks, all night I can’t sleep. The father of a 13-year-old boy with a developmental disability, said: “This situation made him more withdrawn. In line with the theme of Yet, the services available are often insufficient. Governments, donors, and humanitarian aid organizations should prioritize community-based, rights-respecting services that uphold people’s autonomy and dignity.