Mental Health Week is on until October 15, with events being held right across the State to raise awareness.
This year’s theme of ‘Awareness, Belonging, Connection’ highlights key aspects that are needed to boost mental health and wellbeing and build resilience.
Premier and Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Jeremy Rockliff, said having conversations about mental health can reduce stigma and encourage our communities to value mental health and wellbeing as much as physical health.
“We can all check in and talk with each other, our families, friends, neighbours, and colleagues, encourage people to seek help when they need it, and develop an understanding of how we can each look after our own mental health and wellbeing,” Premier Rockliff said.
“The Tasmanian Liberal Government is committed to improving mental health and wellbeing outcomes for all Tasmanians.
“Our Government is providing more services and supports than ever before through our overarching mental health plan for Tasmania, Rethink 2020, and the Tasmanian Mental Health Reform Program.
“I encourage all Tasmanians to get involved in this year’s Mental Health Week.”
From a Nutbush Challenge to picnics, art, storytelling, dog walking, educational workshops, exhibitions, films, music, comedy shows and everything in between, you can find out what’s on in your area by visiting the Mental Health Council of Tasmania’s website mhct.org/mentalhealthweek/program.
