Carson Daly of TODAY has talked openly about his problems with anxiety and panic attacks as well as the effective coping mechanisms he’s developed. He strongly supports observing World Mental Health Day because of this. The question is, what is World Mental Health Day, & how do you observe it?
For the occasion, Phil Schermer, CEO of Project Healthy Minds, and Carson discussed the significance of mental health.
In an interview with Daly on October 10, Schermer said, “Finding mental health services in America should be as simple as booking a flight, hotel, or restaurant reservation.”
Unfortunately, there is a dire need for more comprehensive mental health care because, of the 65 million Americans who suffer a mental disease, 60% do not receive treatment.
Over the next ten years, we’re attempting to assist 10 million Americans in finding mental health services, according to Schermer. Because mental health affects every member of every American family, everyone in the nation is taking part in World Mental Health Day.
Why is mental health crucial?
People’s mental health can have an impact on every part of their lives, including job, education, home, and other social contexts. Additionally, they may have an effect on your relationships, which are crucial to long-term satisfaction.
Every year, one in five American individuals, including one in 20, struggle with mental illness, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). According to NAMI, there are still many factors that influence mental disease, including heredity, environment, and lifestyle. No one should feel ashamed of having a mental health issue, the organization emphasizes, as persons with mental diseases haven’t done anything to cause them.
What is the goal of World Mental Health Day?
According to the World Health Organization, World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10 each year, raises awareness of mental health and the part it plays in people’s lives all around the world.
The day provides professionals and advocates with the opportunity to discuss initiatives to increase access to mental health care and what needs to be done moving forward to ensure that everyone who needs it receives quality mental health care. Encouragement to reflect on one’s own mental health, discuss what mental well-being means, and advocate for better mental health treatment are other objectives of World Mental Health Day.
What will the 2023 World Mental Health Day theme be?
The WHO has declared that “mental health is a universal human right,” and the topic of World Mental Health Day 2023 is “Our Minds, Our Rights,” highlighting this point. “Everyone has the fundamental human right to good mental health. Everyone, no matter who they are or where they are, has a right to the best possible level of mental health, according to the group.
One in eight people around the world has a mental health problem that affects their physical and social well-being. The prevalence of mental illness among kids, teenagers, and young people is rising.
Despite the fact that mental health issues are common, the organization points out that people with mental illnesses face prejudice, feel ostracized, and have a difficult time getting the vital care they require to thrive.
The best way to celebrate World Mental Health Day
In order to assist people in concentrating on the relationship between mind and body in order to promote healthy mental well-being, Project Health Minds provided a spin session, a group run, breathing exercises, and a sound bath. On October 10, the group will host discussions about mental health, along with many others.
At the Archewell Foundation Parents Summit, Carson will also discuss social media and youth with Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, and others.
But the simplest way to observe World Mental Health Day is to prioritize your own mental health, whether that means taking a day off from work for it, exercising, eating a healthy meal, or engaging in any other activity that helps you feel relaxed and renewed, and by being open and honest about it. You can use #WorldMentalHealthDay in your posts.
Carson discussed the positive impact that chatting may have on those who are struggling.
“Since I’ve shared my story, I’ve noticed that when one person shares their story, that opens the door for ten other people to share their stories, and that’s the tidal wave waiting to happen in the conversation,” he said.