World Mental Health Day: 3 of the Most Common Mental Health Diagnoses, and Tips for Clinicians Working with Them
World Mental Health Day: 3 of the Most Common Mental Health Diagnoses, and Tips for Clinicians Working with Them Written by Kelsey Someliana-Lauer, Therapy Practice Solutions Virtual Assistant World Mental Health Day , observed on October 10th, is an international day dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and advocating for better mental health care around the world. It was initiated by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) in 1992, with the goal of promoting global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy. Founded by Richard Hunter, the then Deputy Secretary General of WFMH, the day was created to combat stigma and highlight the importance of recognizing mental health as a universal human right, while encouraging countries worldwide to prioritize mental health in their public health agendas. World Mental Health Day is an important reminder for mental health professionals and the community to reflect on the challenges individuals face when managing