World Mental Health Day 2023- October 10

Current Context: World Mental Health Day is an annual event that aims to raise awareness and promote action for mental health issues around the world. The theme for this year is “Mental health is a universal human right”.

• According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is a basic human right for all people, and everyone has the right to access quality mental health care that respects their dignity, autonomy and inclusion in the community. 
• However, many people with mental health conditions face discrimination, stigma, and human rights violations that prevent them from living a fulfilling life.
• World Mental Health Day 2023 is an opportunity for people and communities to unite behind the theme and advocate for the recognition and protection of everyone’s mental health as a universal human right.
• The WHO encourages everyone to join the campaign and learn more about their basic right to mental health as well as how to protect the rights of others.

Question:

Q.1 What is the theme for World Mental Health Day 2023?
a. Mental health is a global challenge
b. Mental health is a universal human right
c. Mental health is a personal responsibility
d. Mental health is a social construct