Mental Health Awareness

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This Mental Health Awareness Week, the theme is action. We’re encouraging everyone to take simple, meaningful steps to support good mental health, for yourself and for others.

Why is ‘action’ the theme this year?

Raising awareness about mental health has always been important. But awareness on its own isn’t enough.

That’s why the Mental Health Foundation has chosen action as this year’s theme, because taking action, even in small ways, can have a real impact.

What about awareness?

Learning more about mental health is still an important part of taking action. Recognising early signs in yourself or others, understanding what support looks like, and knowing how to look after your wellbeing are all positive steps.

When more people take action, we help build stronger, more supportive communities where mental health is a priority.

Taking action for yourself

Our mental health is shaped by the world around us. While we can’t control everything, there are still small things we can do to support our wellbeing.

Even simple actions can make a difference. Good mental health isn’t about quick fixes or trends. It’s built through everyday acts of care, both for yourself and for others.

Taking action for others

Supporting someone else can be as simple as saying hello to a neighbour, checking in with a friend, or starting a conversation with a colleague.

If you’re worried about someone, it’s natural to feel unsure about what to say. But you don’t need to have all the answers. Being there, listening, and showing kindness can make a big difference.

Taking action for our communities

Action also means speaking up for better support for everyone. This could be creating inclusive communities, supporting wellbeing at work, or backing policies that help people feel secure and valued.

We can’t do this alone, but every small action helps create positive change.

Make mental health a priority

Taking action doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. What’s important is making mental health a priority in our everyday lives.

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we want to highlight not just what mental health is, but how we can all take steps to support it.

Mental Health Resources

If you, or someone you know needs help you can use any of the mental health support below.

If you are feeling suicidal there is help available

  • A&E – This is an emergency service available 24 hours
  • NHS – Call 111 and choose option 2. Or you can speak to your GP about an emergency appointment or an assessment from the community mental health team.
  • Samaritans – call 116 123 for free 24 hours a day.
  • Saneline – You can call 0300 3047000 between 4pm and 10pm
  • Shout – 24 hr free text support text shout to 85258
  • Mind – Free online tools

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