Mental health is a state of well-being, and we all have it. We might have a mental illness, and we might not. Either way, we can all feel well. We can all have good mental health. It is about having a sense of purpose, strong relationships, feeling connected to our communities, knowing who we are, coping with stress and enjoying life. And it’s never too early or too late to get there. But it’s not just about what you do for yourself, by yourself—everyone needs healthy and supportive places to work, live and learn.
Fun Fact:
- The first annual Mental Health Week was in 1951; this is its 68th year.
- The week has focused on reducing the stigma of mental illness and promoting good mental health for all Canadians.
About the 2020 campaign
- The 2019 campaign core message is “Get loud about what mental health really is.”
- Many Canadians confuse the terms mental health and mental illness and use them interchangeably—this confusion contributes to the stigma of mental illness; it divides people into those who experience mental illness and those who don’t.
- When people understand that mental health is something we ALL have, they realize that mental health is everyone’s issue—we all benefit from celebrating, promoting and acknowledging the role that good mental health plays in living a full and meaningful life.
Mental Health Awareness Week at STU:
- To help raise awareness of mental health issues
- To create a culture of support and acceptance of mental health
- To provide resources to employees to be better equipped
- To provide encourage employees to pay more attention to their own mental health & well-being
Mental health is about more than being happy all the time. It’s about feeling good about who you are, having balance in your life, and managing life’s highs and lows.
#GetLoud about what mental health really is.
#MentalHealthWeek
www.mentalhealthweek.ca