World Mental Health Day 2024
08 Oct 2024
Mental health is an important part of health and well-being. Mental health conditions are increasing worldwide and remain one of the most neglected areas of public health.
World Mental Health Day is held on 10 October each year. The theme for World Mental Health Day 2024 is "It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace". It aims to highlight various aspects of mental health at work, from workplace conditions and stress management to the importance of social inclusion and empowerment. The overall goal is to champion mental health in the workplace and build best practices that create cultures where workers have the potential to contribute productively and thrive. According to the World Health Organization:
- employed adults spend more time in the workplace than any other activity during waking hours
- mental health issues in the workplace, such as depression and anxiety, impact productivity, attendance, and overall performance
- untreated mental health conditions in the workplace costs the global economy approximately US$1 trillion each year
If you wish to become involved in world mental health day, you can access the 2024 campaign materials from the World Health Organization website and the World Federation for Mental Health website.
Advice for Travellers
International travel represents an opportunity for rest and relaxation or a chance for exciting exploration of other countries and cultures. However, travel can also be stressful, not just in the planning stages but also during the journey itself and adapting to a new environment on arrival.
- Consideration of your mental wellbeing during travel is as important as your physical health.
- Find out how you can manage your mental health whilst travelling abroad on the mental health and travel page.