Global Mental Health Awareness & Timeline
Awareness begins with understanding — and every month offers a new reason to keep the conversation going.
🗓️ Month-by-Month Awareness (2025)
March
Brain Awareness Week – Celebrating neuroscience and mental wellbeing.
March 1
Self-Harm Awareness Day – Encouraging open, stigma-free conversations.
March 30
World Bipolar Day – Promoting empathy and understanding.
April
Stress Awareness Month – Learning calm coping and self-care tools.
May
Mental Health Awareness Month – Advocacy, education, and hope worldwide.
June
PTSD Awareness Month – Recognising recovery and resilience.
September 10
World Suicide Prevention Day – Creating hope through action.
October 10
World Mental Health Day – Global reflection on mental wellbeing.
November
Movember / Men’s Mental Health Month – Encouraging men to speak up and seek help.
🌍 Year-by-Year Highlights
WHO launches Global Mental Health Action Plan framework.
Sustainable Development Goals recognise mental health as essential to wellbeing.
COVID-19 pandemic spotlights global mental health crises.
“Make Mental Health & Well-Being for All a Global Priority.”
Post-pandemic recovery focuses on accessibility and neurodiversity inclusion.
Aspie Answers expands digital awareness tools for global education.
💭 Reflection Corner
Take a quiet moment to journal or breathe. Awareness grows when we pause and notice what’s happening inside and around us.
- How has mental health awareness changed your perspective?
- What small actions help you protect your wellbeing?
- Who in your life inspires open conversations about mental health?
“Awareness begins with reflection — when we pause long enough to listen to our own story.”
💚 Thank You for Visiting
Your curiosity and compassion make a difference. Together, we’re helping mental health conversations grow — one reflection at a time.
⚠️ Disclaimer & Global Helplines
Disclaimer: The information shared here is for educational and awareness purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or immediate danger, call your local emergency number or reach out to a trusted helpline.
- NZ: 1737 (Free Call/Text) — Need to Talk?
- Australia: Lifeline 13 11 14
- UK: Samaritans 116 123
- US/Canada: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Global Directory: findahelpline.com