World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day was started by the World Federation for Mental Health in 1992.

It is a unified effort to promote greater public awareness and understanding of mental health and mental illness. Every year, thousands of people across the world raise awareness and funds for mental health causes.

Each year, on 10 October, the Mental Health Foundation celebrates the day by raising awareness about mental health and wellbeing.

For 2009, we would love you to be a part of our first ever Tea and Talk fundraising event on Friday 9 October. Find out more about Tea and Talk 2009.

For 2008 we were asking you to think about how you look after your mental health. We have put together 10 top ways to look after your mental health, but we also want you to tell us how YOU look after your mental health.

For 2007, we have carried out research on global issues to coincide with World Mental Health Day. More information about this research.

For 2006, we encouraged people to 'Make a Meal of it' by getting together to eat with their friends and families. More information about this campaign.

For 2005, we invited people to join in the ‘big mental health conversation’ on our website to share their ways of coping. More information about this campaign.

Click here to find out more about Tea and Talk 2009