Awareness Mental health

Stress Awareness Month

A month every April that raises awareness of the causes of stress and the ways people can manage it.

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Last checked19 October 2026
First held1992

About the day

Stress Awareness Month is run by The Stress Management Society and has been held since 1992. Each year has a theme, and the 2026 theme was #BeTheChange.

2026 theme

#BeTheChange

The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
20271 to 30 April 2027UKSet by a fixed rule
20281 to 30 April 2028UKSet by a fixed rule
20291 to 30 April 2029UKSet by a fixed rule

If you need support now

In the UK, you can call Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123. In the USA, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Anywhere else, contact your local emergency or health services.

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