"Homeland pride"Promoting mental health is a necessity that is no less important than physical health
Abu Dhabi, 9 October / WAM / The “Pride of the Nation” office confirmed that strengthening mental health has become a basic necessity that is no less important than physical health, especially for the heroes of the first line of defense who make exceptional sacrifices to protect society and maintain its security and safety.
On the occasion of World Mental Health Day, which was approved by the World Health Organization on October 10 of each year, the office praised the initiatives and activities of Mental Health Month launched by the Emirates Health Services Corporation throughout the month of October, as a qualitative leap in enhancing community awareness and establishing a culture of interest in mental health as an integral part of the public health system.
He explained that these activities contribute to providing innovative preventive and therapeutic tools, and support individuals’ psychological and professional stability, which reflects positively on their quality of life and productivity.
He pointed out that these national initiatives reflect the vision of the state and its wise leadership in building a more cohesive and balanced society, and embody the UAE’s position as a global model in developing quality services that care about people first.
The Pride of the Nation office stressed that World Mental Health Day represents a renewed opportunity to enhance psychological and social support programs that serve all segments of society and ensure the sustainability of giving in a positive spirit and renewed energies, stressing that the UAE is continuing its efforts to be a leader in spreading awareness and providing innovative solutions that enhance mental health as a basic pillar in the development process.
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