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MP CHO-2020
Mental Health Nursing
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When is World Mental Health Day celebrated?

Appeared in: MP CHO-2020

Explanation

  • World Mental Health Day is observed every year on 10 October.
  • It is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy.
  • The date is recognized by WHO and the World Federation for Mental Health.
  • A new theme is announced each year to focus on specific mental health issues.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

  • Option B: 15 November is not associated with World Mental Health Day or any major mental health observance.
  • Option C: 20 September is not the date for World Mental Health Day.
  • Option D: 20 August is not related to World Mental Health Day.

Related Visual

Timeline of major international health days, highlighting 10 October as World Mental Health Day with a globe and mental health ribbon symbol.
Clinical Relevance
  • Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Date of World Mental Health Day observance as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
  • Nurses play a key role in promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma in communities.
  • Recognizing World Mental Health Day helps nurses organize educational sessions and support groups.
  • What if? If the date is confused with another health day, awareness campaigns may not align with global efforts, reducing their impact.
How to Approach the Question
  • Identify the specific event being asked (World Mental Health Day).
  • Recall or use mnemonic aids for international health observance dates.
  • Eliminate options that do not match known health days.
  • Confirm the answer with reliable sources or official health calendars.
  • Use the correct date for planning awareness activities in clinical and community settings.
Concept Tested & Keywords
  • Concept Tested: Date of World Mental Health Day observance
  • Stem keywords: World Mental Health Day, celebrated, date
  • Lead-in keywords: When

Question ID

Q84UntSp70GMxVRKVoE4sa

Reference Book

E6 Midwifery Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing Sandeep Kaur p. 47-55

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