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On October 10, join others around the world in acknowledging National Depression Screening Day! Originating in 1991, this key date in our calendars is a wake-up call for us all to take a moment and check in on not just our physical health, but our mental health too. Since its creation by the Screening for Mental Health (now MindWise Innovations), it has had a significant impact in creating awareness about mental health issues, breaking the stigma, and promoting the importance of an early diagnosis. Take part in this significant day and use it as a reminder to prioritize self-care and foster mental resilience. It's more than just a day, it's a movement towards better mental health for everyone!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Depression Screening Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Screening for Mental Health (now MindWise Innovations) establishes National Depression Screening Day to raise awareness and screen people for mental health disorders.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Campaign</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first nationwide campaign is launched to de-stigmatize mental health disorders and promote early diagnosis and treatment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Health Organization recognizes National Depression Screening Day, emphasizing its importance in global mental health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Online Screening Tools Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>Online depression screening tools are introduced, making screening more accessible and widespread.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Youth Mental Health Focus</div><div class='timeline-text'>Increased focus on screening and interventions in youth, acknowledging the rising prevalence of depression and anxiety in this age group.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a mental health awareness event</h3><p class='facts-text'>You could host a workshop, panel discussion, or a fundraiser with local mental health professionals. The event could focus on the importance of mental health screenings, breaking the stigma associated with mental health, and promoting self-care techniques.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Facilitate a screening station</h3><p class='facts-text'>In partnership with local healthcare providers, organize a free depression screening station. This could be set up in a community center, college campus, or workplace and could help encourage people to get screened for depression.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Share personal stories</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sharing your own experiences with mental health can make others feel less alone and more comfortable seeking help. Write a blog post, post on social media, or simply open up to your loved ones about your mental health journey.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take the time to learn more about depression and other mental health conditions. Share the information with those around you to promote a better understanding of these issues and how they can be treated.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prioritize self-care</h3><p class='facts-text'>Develop a personalized self-care plan for mental health. This could include anything from mindfulness exercises, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise regimen, to seeking regular mental health checkups.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Mental Health Awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Depression Screening Day is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health conditions, especially depression. This holiday encourages open conversations about mental health, helps to break the social stigma associated with these conditions, and educates the public about the importance of early detection and treatment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages Early Detection</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Getting screened for depression can help identify symptoms early, making it easier to manage and treat. This day encourages everyone to get screened and start a conversation about mental health with healthcare professionals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Principles of Self-Care are Discussed</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This day encourages everyone to focus on self-care, an essential aspect of mental health maintenance. Whether through mindfulness exercises, maintaining a healthy diet, regular exercise, or seeking mental health checkups, prioritizing self-care is a crucial step in fostering mental resilience.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the World Health Organization, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression globally, making it one of the leading causes of disability.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Striking Age Demographics</h3><p class='facts-content'>The highest rates of depression occur in individuals aged between 18 and 25. Nonetheless, depression can affect people of any age, including children.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Depression impacts physical health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Depression links to numerous physical health problems, including heart disease and diabetes. It is also the primary reason behind up to 70% of suicide cases.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Many still do not seek Help</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite increasing awareness, approximately two-thirds of people with a diagnosable mental disorder do not seek help, often due to stigma, discrimination, or lack of access to treatment.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Online Screenings are Highly Effective</h3><p class='facts-content'>Online screenings like those encouraged by National Depression Screening Day have been shown to be highly effective in detecting depressive symptoms early and in prompting individuals to seek professional help.</p></div></div>
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