October 10, 2023 is recognized as World Mental Health Day. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), there are over 650,000 adults and 245,000 children suffering with mental illness (SAMHSA, 2019). On this day, we are reminded to be informed of how to be both mentally and physically healthy. We observe this day to remind those who are in need to take the proper steps to improved mental wellness. This may include reducing the stigma about mental health by seeking help through licensed providers and community resources, taking time to practice self-care, and locating the necessary resources to improve overall wellness. As practitioners, we want to ensure the community is adhering to excellent mental health to reduce instances of depression, stress, anxiety, bereavement, and grief.

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2019). Key substance use and mental health indicators in the united states. Retrieved on October 10, 2023 from https://www.samhsa.gov/data/si...19NSDUHFFR090120.htm