World Mental Health Day – October 10 – is here . The theme for this year is a continuation of the one on integration of physical and mental health from last year, with a specific focus on the relationship of mental health with chronic physical illnesses.
The World Federation for Mental Health established World Mental Health Day to provide an international vehicle for public education.
To access World Mental Health Organization 2010 material please click here
Why you should care?
• It’s relevant. One in four people will experience a mental health problem
• It’s topical. Mental health is now an important priority on the agendas of policy-makers, healthcare providers, and responsible businesses
• There are many unheard voices. Many people with personal experience of mental health problems have valuable contributions to make
Read Dr. O’s recent column in the Tri-City News: Social stigma about mental illness – still
