World Mental Health Day 2023

World Mental Health Day takes place every October to raise awareness of mental health and drive a positive change for everyone’s mental health.

It’s also provides an opportunity to talk about mental health, how we can look after it, and the importance of reaching out if you are struggling. 

Take Action: Find out more about World Mental Health Day 2023, including how you can get involved.  

Tips for talking about mental health

Talking about mental health isn't always easy, but it can be good for you.

This World Mental Health Day, the Mental Health Foundation have shared their tips on talking about mental health, to help you start the conversation. 

1. Choose someone you trust to talk to
2. Think about the best place to talk
3. Prepare yourself for their reaction

Good people to talk to include your School Health Nurse or another adult at your school, activity, or club. If you are educated at home or NEET, you can still contact the School Health Nurse Service. 

Take Action: The Mental Health Foundation have also shared their tips on talking to someone about their mental health.

Mental health support locally

You can lots of information about mental wellbeing on our Mental Wellbeing Hub. This includes:

• Anxiety and sleep
• Stress and Loneliness
• Next Steps

Sometimes we prefer to get help online or remotely. There are great local and national online resources you can access. These include:

• Oxford Health Self-Care
• Young Minds
• ChildLine

Remember - support is available for anyone who needs mental wellbeing support. Sometimes it can take time to find the best support for you. The important thing is to keep looking and look after your own health.