Every year on October 10, World Mental Health Day is observed as a reminder that there is no health without mental health. Mental health is the foundation of our ability to cope with life's stresses, realize our full potential, think, feel, and connect with others, and contribute to our community. It also encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being and affects our daily lives, from how we handle stress to how we relate to people and make choices. World Mental Health Day Theme 2025This year's theme for World Mental Health Day is "Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies". The theme emphasizes the need to ensure that mental health and psychosocial support is provided even during conflicts, disaster, climate change, and other emergencies. The reason why this theme is important is because it raises awareness about humanitarian needs, focuses on the neglected aspects of crises, and focuses on universal needs. Origin of World Mental Health Day 2025The World Mental Health Day for the first time was observed in 1992, at the initiative of the World Federation of Mental Health, a global mental health organization. It was led by Deputy Secretary General Richard Hunter, when the first day aimed to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and advocate for the integration of mental health into public policy. In 1994, the day began to have a specific theme, starting with "Improving the Quality of Mental Health Services throughout the World," a concept suggested by WFMH Secretary General Eugene Brody. Since then, the WFMH, along with partners like the World Health Organization (WHO), continues to designate a theme each year to focus global efforts on mental health advocacy and support. What Is The Significance Of Mental Health Day?Mental health and psychosocial support are essential. During crises. Nearly everyone experiences distress and social disruption. This is also because in such scenarios, homes are lost, families are separated, and communities become fractured. While 1 in 5 people may have a mental health condition, nearly everyone affected experiences emotional distress and disrupted community lies. These impacts often remain long after physical safety is restored, undermining recovery and resilience. People with significant mental health conditions must not be left without care and support. The WHO also notes that migrants and refugees face multiple stressors throughout their lives. these include conflict and displacement to dangerous journeys and integration challenges in host countries. By the end of 2024, notes WHO, over 123 million people were forcibly displaced worldwide. 71% of them are hosted in low-and middle-income countries, where healthcare systems are already under strain. In such setting, access to mental health becomes extremely limited, and important.
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