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Get ready for World Mental Health Day on 10 October, as we call on everyone to open up to mental health, to talk and to listen! World Mental Health Day was first observed on the 10th of October 1992 as an annual activity of the World Federation for Mental Health Read more…
Get ready for World Mental Health Day on 10 October, as we call on everyone to open up to mental health, to talk and to listen! World Mental Health Day was first observed on the 10th of October 1992 as an annual activity of the World Federation for Mental Health Read more…
World Mental Health Day was first observed on 10 October 1992 as an annual activity of the World Federation for Mental Health aimed at promoting mental health advocacy and educating the public on relevant issues. Celebrated on the 10th of October, it provides an opportunity to place the spotlight on the Read more…
What is World Suicide Prevention Day? World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 in conjunction with the World Health Organisation (WHO) aimed at reaching national organisations, governments and the general public, giving a singular message that suicide can be prevented. WSPD continues to grow year on year, with recent Read more…
What is Loneliness Awareness Week? Loneliness Awareness Week was launched in 2017 by the UK’s leading loneliness charity, Marmalade Trust which offers support for all ages and the only charity in the world specifically dedicated to raising awareness of loneliness. Why is it important? There is still a lot of Read more…
What is Mental Health Awareness Week? Since 2001 the Mental Health Foundation has run an awareness week every May to highlight a specific theme for mental health. The theme of Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 is ‘Loneliness’ which will run from Monday 9th May to Sunday 15th May 2022. Read more…
The festive season for lots of people can be a time of joy and a great opportunity to spend time with loved ones, but for some it can be a lonely and stressful period. Whether you live with a mental health problem or not, there is pressure to socialise with Read more…