World Mental Health Day • 10 October 2025
“Mental Health is a Universal Human Right.”
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This page is for general awareness only and does not replace professional advice. If you’re in crisis or worried about safety, please contact local emergency services or a trusted helpline.
Every year on 10 October, the world unites to support mental health. This year’s theme — Mental Health is a Universal Human Right — reminds us that everyone deserves access to care, inclusion, and understanding.
Theme • Purpose • How to Take Part
| Theme | Purpose | How to Take Part |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health is a Universal Human Right | Promote equal access to mental health care and reduce stigma through education and advocacy. |
• Wear green or display a ribbon • Share helpline links • Host a community chat • Practice one act of kindness |
Language Matters: The Power of Words
The words we choose can reduce stigma and encourage empathy.
“Our words can either open hearts or close minds — choose them kindly.” 💬
| Instead of saying… | Try saying… | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Suffers from depression | Lives with depression | Encourages empathy |
| Commit suicide | Died by suicide | Removes criminal connotation |
| ADHD kid | Child with ADHD | Centers the person |
| They’re crazy | They’re struggling right now | Avoids harmful labels |
| Normal person | Neurotypical person | Promotes inclusion |
Grounding • 5-4-3-2-1
Notice 5 things you can see • 4 feel • 3 hear • 2 smell • 1 taste.
Self-Care Ideas
- Hydrate + stretch
- Step outdoors
- Write one gratitude note
Mini Journal Prompt
“What helps me feel grounded today?”
⬇️ Download Reflection Prompt
Global Helplines
| Region | Helpline | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| NZ | Lifeline | 0800 543 354 • 1737 |
| AUS | Lifeline | 13 11 14 |
| UK | Samaritans | 116 123 |
| USA | 988 Lifeline | 988 (call/text) |
| CAN | Talk Suicide Canada | 1-833-456-4566 |
| Global | Find a Helpline | findahelpline.com |