[Opinion] World Mental Health Day: People with Lived Experience of Mental Illness Can Help Shape Policies, Experts Say

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Today, October 10, is World Mental Health Day. This year, the focus is on the importance of listening to the voices of those who have experienced mental health challenges and using their insights in developing mental health services, resources and policies.

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New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on October 10. Its purpose is to raise awareness about mental health and provide better care and support to those suffering from mental health problems. The message of this day in 2026 is, "Listen to experiences, make real change." This year, the World Health Organization (WHO) has emphasized the importance of valuing the experiences of people experiencing mental health iss…