Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW), Oct 5, 2025 – Sat, Oct 11, 2025, is recognized each October as a time to raise understanding, reduce stigma, and promote hope for the millions of people living with mental health conditions.
MIAW is an opportunity to highlight the importance of compassion, early detection, and access to care—reminding us that mental health is just as vital as physical health. By fostering open conversations and sharing resources, we can build stronger, more supportive communities where individuals feel empowered to seek help, find connection, and live well.
National Depression Screening Day – October 9th
Just as routine health check-ups can prevent serious illness, mental health screenings can identify concerns early, opening the door to timely treatment, support, and recovery. Research shows that when depression and related conditions are addressed sooner, individuals are more likely to experience improved relationships, greater stability at work or school, and an overall higher quality of life. By encouraging access to screening tools and open conversations, we can help more people find hope and healing.
Early detection saves lives—start with a screening.
World Mental Health Day – October 10th
World Mental Health Day aims to increase global awareness of mental health challenges and inspire collective action in support of mental well-being. It serves as a platform for organizations, advocates, and communities to share their efforts, highlight progress, and call attention to the ongoing work needed to ensure that quality mental health care is accessible to everyone, everywhere. The theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day is “Access to Services – Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies.”
More to come soon!
DBSA would like to thank the following sponsors for making DBSA’s 40th Anniversary events and activities possible:
