Awareness Mental health
Mental Health Awareness Month (US)
Every May, US mental health groups run a month of campaigns to reduce stigma and help people find support.
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OrganiserMental Health America
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held1949
About the day
Mental Health America founded the observance in 1949 and still leads it with an annual theme. NAMI runs a parallel campaign focused on sharing lived experience and challenging stigma.
2026 theme
More Good Days, Together
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 to 31 May 2027 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 May 2028 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | 1 to 31 May 2029 | USA | Set 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.
Where this information comes from
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