Are we making progress in mental health awareness?

Yes, significantly. A generation ago, mental health was stigmatized or ignored in most societies. Today, awareness campaigns, workplace policies, and global advocacy are normalizing discussions around depression, anxiety, and well-being. According to WHO, more countries now have national mental health policies than ever before. Treatment availability is also expanding, though unevenly. While challenges like funding and stigma remain, progress is clear. Media literacy helps counter misinformation about mental illness, such as harmful stereotypes. Fact-based evidence shows society is increasingly recognizing mental health as equally important to physical health, driving better support worldwide.