World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year to raise awareness and promote positive change regarding mental health. The theme for 2023 is “Mental health is a universal human right,” aimed at enhancing understanding and encouraging actions to safeguard mental health as a universal human right.
In 1992, the World Foundation for Mental Health, led by Richard Hunter, proposed the idea of dedicating October 10 to celebrate “World Mental Health Day.” The first World Mental Health Day was commemorated in 1994, focusing on the theme “Improving the Quality of Mental Health Services Throughout the World.”
MCQs
Q.: What is the theme for World Mental Health Day in 2023 ?
A. “Happiness and Well-being”
B. “Mental Health Awareness”
C. “Mental health is a universal human right”
D. “Overcoming Depression”
Ans : C. “Mental health is a universal human right”
