Mental Health Awareness Week

Top tips for Connecting with Nature

Some top tips on how you can build your own connection with nature

Podcasts, blogs and videos

Discover stories of people connecting with nature to benefit their mental health

Why Nature was the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week 2021

Our Chief Executive explains why we chose 'nature' as the theme for this year's Mental Health Awareness Week 2021.

Nature: How connecting with nature benefits our mental health

Our relationship with nature – how much we notice, think about and appreciate our natural surroundings – is a critical factor in supporting good mental health and preventing distress.

Natur: Sut mae cysylltu â natur o fudd i'n hiechyd meddwl

Mental Health and Nature Policy Briefing for England

This policy briefing builds on the evidence set out in our Nature research report to propose some priority policy areas for England.

Nature: How connecting with nature benefits our mental health Scotland

Mental Health and Nature - Policy Recommendations – how much we notice, think about, and appreciate our natural surroundings.

Policy Briefing for Wales

This policy briefing builds on the evidence set out in our Nature research report to propose some priority policy areas for Wales.

Brîff Polisi Iechyd Meddwl a Natur i Gymru

Mental Health Awareness Week FAQs

How can I get involved? What resources are available? All your key questions about Mental Health Awareness Week answered.

Resources

We have a range of resources to help you celebrate the week, including social media graphics and posters.

Take Action, Get Active

Get active and explore nature, whilst raising vital funds for the Mental Health Foundation.

Connect with Nature School Pack

Our school pack will provide the materials and resources needed to support pupils to connect with nature in a meaningful way.

Nature Journal

Use our downloadable journal to document how you feel before and after connecting with nature.

Green ribbon pin badges and face coverings

Show your support with a green ribbon, the international symbol for mental health awareness.