Every year, October is an opportunity to celebrate Mental Health Month in NSW. Everyone is encouraged to think about their mental health and wellbeing. It also provides an opportunity to recognise the importance of good mental health, and encourage people to seek help when they need it.

The theme of Mental Health Month is ‘Tune In’. This is aimed at encouraging everyone to be present and aware of what is happening within themselves as well as in the surroundings, in the community and understand the impact of attitudes.

It is estimated that 45% of people aged 16-85 will experience a mental disorder at some time in their life. (AIHW)

By taking a moment to ‘Tune In’, everyone can have a chance to focus their mind and gain insight about what is going on personally and for others, find new perspectives, build self-awareness and positive connections.

To get involved this October by:

• Tuning into your senses – your feelings
• Tuning into your communities
• Tuning into stigma
• Hosting an event
• Raising awareness on social media

For more information, visit: http://mentalhealthmonth.wayahead.org.au/about-mental-health-month/