World Mental Health Day 2023!
World Mental Health Day is on Tuesday 10 October 2023.
The theme for 2023, set by the World Federation of Mental Health, is ‘mental health is a universal human right’. Each year it’s a day to collectively raise awareness of mental health problems and drive positive change for everyone’s mental health.
But more and more of us are aware of mental health. And so many of us still aren't getting the right support. We’re still facing stigma and discrimination. And the cost of living crisis is only making it harder to look after our mental health.
Awareness is just the start. Now it’s time to act.
That could be starting a conversation to help break down the stigmas associated with mental health. Creating a fundraiser for Devon Mind. Signing the petition to change the Mental Health Act. Donating to help contribute towards our support services. Registering for one of our online training seminars. Or it could be you taking the first step to support your own, or someone else’s mental health. There are so many different ways to take action for World Mental Health Day.
Big or small, whatever you do you'll be joining the fight for better mental health. Your actions will help to make a real difference within our community.
What will you do this World Mental Health Day?
The latest research into the lived experience of mental health has shown the following:
Over a third (34%) of people are still too embarrassed to ask for support
Young people are saying they feel stigmatised by mental health professionals
Nearly half of us (44%) trying to access treatments like talking therapies feel like we’re not supported on time
Join the fight for better mental health in Devon!
This World Mental Health Day, take action by putting yourself first. Reach out for help if you need it.
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If you or a loved one are struggling with your mental health, please reach out and talk to someone. The following organisations are available to listen and offer support whenever you need it — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Samaritans is open for support with any issues, including mental and emotional health problems.
Call 116 123 (free from any phone) or email jo@samaritans.orgShout is a confidential text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.
Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 (free on most major mobile networks)The Plymouth First Response service is available 24/7 for anyone in crisis living in Plymouth
Call 0800 923 9323 (free from any phone)The Devon Partnership NHS Trust First Response service is available 24/7 for the rest of Devon
Call 0808 196 8708 (free from any phone)