09/10/2024
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World Mental Health Day is an annual awareness day observed every 10th October. Itβs the Worldβs Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) initiative with the objectives to raise awareness of mental health matters around the world, to mobilize efforts in support of mental health, and to reduce stigma. Every year WFMH publish a theme which is voted for by stakeholders of the founding organisation.
The theme for World Mental Health Day 2024 is βIt is time to prioritise mental health in the workplaceβ.
The Mental Heath UK website states β
As a part of observing World Mental Health Day this year, it is crucial to shine a light on one of the most pressing issues affecting modern workplaces: burnout. In our fast-paced world, more employees are experiencing chronic stress that leads to burnout.
Burnout doesnβt happen overnight. Itβs gradual and can take hold before youβre truly aware of it. It doesnβt just affect individual wellbeing; it has far-reaching consequences for organisations too.
Weβre calling for everyone to take shared responsibility for workplace mental health. From employers to employees, executives to managers, we must unite in educating ourselves and one another to recognise the signs of poor mental health and provide mutual support so that we can create healthier, more resilient workplaces where mental wellbeing is a priority for all.
By addressing workplace burnout on this World Mental Health Day, we can create a more productive, engaged, and fulfilled workforce. A mentally healthy workplace is a thriving workplace. Letβs work together to combat poor mental health and burnout and foster environments where everyone can flourish.
