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When is World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day

About World Mental Health Day

When is World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is celebrated on 10th October every year. The day is marked for global mental health education and awareness. The day is also celebrated to advocate against social stigma associated with mental health issues. The day was celebrated for the first time in 1992 at the initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health, a global mental health organisation with members in more than 150 countries.

What is mental health?
 
Mental health is the state of someone who is “functioning at a satisfactory level of emotional
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Latest Updates on World Mental Health Day

Stigma at work: Three in four Indians hide mental health reasons for leave

A new Naukri survey reveals that workplace stigma and long working hours continue to take a toll on the mental health of Indian professionals, many of whom fear being seen as 'incapable'

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Updated On : 11 Oct 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

World Mental Health Day 2025: First aid guide for stress, anxiety for all

On World Mental Health Day 2025, experts share how to spot early signs of stress, anxiety, or depression and offer timely first aid support

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 12:52 PM IST

197 million Indians need mental health support. Here's what's missing

What 197 million Indians need, and why the system is struggling to deliver it

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 10:27 AM IST

When parents fight: How divorce, conflict shape a child's mind and health

From anxiety and depression to risky behaviour, children face long-term fallout when parents fight; experts say calm co-parenting and support can make all the difference

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Updated On : 07 Oct 2025 | 11:17 AM IST

Navy conducts workshop on mental health as part of resilience programme

As per the release, the workshop on mental health was held on January 7 at Dr DS Kothari Auditorium, situated in DRDO Bhawan in New Delhi and was led by spiritual teacher BK Shivani

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Updated On : 09 Jan 2025 | 8:35 AM IST

Mental wellbeing paradox: How cost, stigma hinder therapy access in India

A survey has revealed that while 83 per cent of surveyed individuals believe mental health issues carry no shame, 81 per cent feel embarrassed to admit they are undergoing therapy

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2024 | 5:15 PM IST

World Mental Health Day 2024: Advantages of meditation for today's youth

Every year on October 10, people worldwide celebrate World Mental Health Day to raise awareness of mental health issues. "Mental Health at Work" is the theme of the day this year

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2024 | 12:35 PM IST

World Mental Health Day 2024: History, Significance, theme, quotes and more

The world observes World Mental Health Day every year on October 10. Here's all you need to know about this day

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2024 | 6:51 AM IST

World Mental Health Day: Why employers must act on mental health now

The World Health Organization reports that around 15 per cent of working-age adults live with a mental health disorder

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Updated On : 09 Oct 2024 | 12:44 PM IST

Mental health: Women opt for teleconsultations, while men prefer in-person

According to the WHO, India bears a significant mental health burden of 2,443 disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) per 100,000 population

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2023 | 10:22 PM IST

World Mental Health Day 2023: Date, Theme, Importance, Facts, Celebration

World Mental Health Day highlights the significance of comprehensive help for people confronting both long-term physical illnesses and related mental health issues

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2023 | 11:39 AM IST

UN chief Antonio Guterres calls for making mental health global priority

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for making mental health a global priority and urged actions to promote universal quality mental health care

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Updated On : 11 Oct 2022 | 7:10 AM IST

World Mental Health Day: Know all about theme, history and significance

Every year on October 10, nations and organisations across the world observe mental health day to raise awareness about mental health issues

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2022 | 11:53 AM IST

Important dates in October 2021: List of national, international days

Important days and dates in October, 2021: October holds some important national and international events like Gandhi Jayanti, UN Day, Mental Health Day, International Day of Non-Violence, and more

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Updated On : 01 Oct 2021 | 11:43 AM IST

Ratan Tata-backed Urban Co starts unlimited mental health leave for staff

The firm is also making some of the top psychologists in the country accessible to its employees by partnering with mental wellness platform iWill

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Updated On : 07 Oct 2020 | 5:53 PM IST

World Mental Health Day: Here are four scientific ways to fight depression

The feeling of being deprived, losing hard-earned money on the stock markets, constant health issues, retirement and several such stressful life events can leave a person vulnerable to depression

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Updated On : 10 Oct 2017 | 11:08 PM IST