World Mental Health Day — Australia, 10 October 2025

Every year on 10 October, Australians join the global community in observing World Mental Health Day — a reminder that mental wellbeing matters to every one of us. mentalhealthaustralia.org.au+1

Why It Matters Here

• About 22% of Australians aged 16–85 experience a mental disorder in any given year — that’s roughly 4.3 million people. aihw.gov.au

• Anxiety is the most common, affecting 17% of the population. aihw.gov.au

• Despite how common mental distress is, many still struggle to access help — through cost, waitlists, or lack of services in rural and remote areas. mentalhealthaustralia.org.au+2Pivot Point Psychology+2

2025 Theme: Connect With Your Community

In Australia, the 2025 theme is “Connect with your community.” mentalhealthaustralia.org.au Connection can take many forms — family, friends, local groups, cultural or interest-based networks. Feeling seen, heard, and supported in community helps us feel less alone and more resilient. flourishaustralia.org.au+1

On this day, Australians are encouraged to:

• Start open conversations about mental health

• Reach out to someone who might be struggling

• Support community efforts and local organisations

• Engage with their local Member of Parliament about better mental health investments mentalhealthaustralia.org.au

A Thought to Hold

When we connect, we heal. Today 10 October 2025, let’s all try to reach out — to someone, somewhere — and remind each other that no one should face mental health challenges alone.