Quick Points

Designed to help you Grasp the Purpose of the World Mental Health Awareness Day 2025!

The 2025 theme emphasizes "Access to services & Mental Health in catastrophes or crises"

How can I start talking about mental  health if I feel unsure?

  • Choose someone you trust (a friend, family member, or counselor). 
  • Find a comfortable, private place
  • Be honest about how you feel.
  • Prepare that their reaction may not be perfect — they might need time to understand. 
  • If needed, share educational resources or articles so they can learn with you.

What are some simple self-care practices I can adopt daily to support mental well-being?

  • Practice deep breathing or mindfulness for a few minutes each day.
  • Go for regular walks, especially in nature.
  • Limit doomscrolling or excessive media exposure. 
  • Maintain a consistent sleep schedule.
  • Journal your thoughts and emotions.
  • Engage in a hobby or creative activity.

When should I consider seeking professional help?

  • You experience persistent sadness, anxiety, or irritability that lasts for weeks and interferes with daily functioning.
  • You have changes in sleep or appetite.
  • You’re withdrawing from friends, family, or activities you used to enjoy.
  • You have thoughts of harming yourself or others.
  • You feel unable to cope even with self-care and support.

How can I best support a friend or loved one who is struggling mentally? 

  • Ask open questions (e.g. “How are you feeling?”) and listen without judgement. 
  • Offer help with simple things (running errands, accompanying them to appointments).
  • Encourage them to talk to a mental health professional.
  • Remind them they are not a burden and they are not alone.
  • Respect their pace — don’t push them, but let them know you’re there.

What role does language and stigma play in mental health, and how can we reduce it? 

  • Use person-first language (for example, say “person living with depression” instead of “depressed person”) to emphasize the person, not the condition. 
  • Avoid labels that define someone solely by their condition.
  • Educate yourself and others on mental health.
  • Challenge negative or stereotypical statements you hear.
  • Share stories of recovery and hope — narratives help humanize mental health.

How can workplaces/communities participate meaningfully on World Mental Health Day?

  • Organize webinars, panel talks, or workshops on stress, resilience, or mental health literacy.
  • Offer “mental health breaks” or a “mental health day” to staff. 
  • Distribute information on local mental health resources.
  • Encourage open conversations and create “safe spaces” for employees or members to share.
  • Partner with mental health organizations to provide screening or counseling.

How can people in  emergencies or  disaster-affected areas maintain mental health, especially under stress and trauma?

  • Prioritize psychological first aid (safety, calming, connection, and collecting information).
  • Keep routines when possible (sleep, meals, personal hygiene).
  • Stay connected with family, friends, or community groups.
  • Limit exposure to distressing news, especially during crisis.
  • Use grounding techniques (e.g., five things you see, four you touch) to stay present.
  • When stable, seek local mental health services or crisis support — many organizations try to extend outreach in emergencies.