世界精神卫生日：守护好我们的“心灵晴空”

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of mental health and the increasing visibility of psychological issues in society, highlighting the role of the national psychological assistance hotline "12356" which has served nearly 500,000 people since its launch [1][3]. Group 1: Mental Health Awareness - Mental health is described as a continuum, with psychological disorders being an extreme state; it encompasses cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and social adaptation aspects [3]. - Common psychological issues can be categorized into general psychological distress, common mental disorders, and severe mental disorders, indicating that nearly everyone may experience psychological distress at some point in life [3][4]. Group 2: Importance of Early Intervention - Persistent negative emotions lasting over two weeks that significantly impact daily life signal a need for professional help, as many patients delay seeking treatment due to stigma [4][6]. - There are currently 4.7 million certified individuals with mental disorders in China, highlighting the scale of the issue [4]. Group 3: Community and Government Role - De-stigmatization is crucial for improving public mental health literacy and increasing treatment rates for mental health patients, requiring collaborative efforts from individuals, schools, society, and government [6]. - The "Child and Mental Health Service Year" action plan (2025-2027) aims to enhance the mental health service system, improve grassroots service levels, and extend psychological health services to communities [6].