International Stress Awareness Week is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about stress management, mental health, and wellbeing. It was established by the International Stress Management Association (ISMA).

The theme for International Stress Awareness Week 2025 is “Optimising Employee Wellbeing through Strategic Stress Management.”

The week aims to:

• Promote understanding of stress, its causes, and its impact on mental and physical health.

• Encourage open conversations about stress in workplaces, schools, and communities.

• Highlight effective strategies for preventing and managing stress.

• Recognize employers and organizations that actively support staff wellbeing.

For facts about stress, and free downloadable resources, visit

https://isma.org.uk/isma-facts-about-stress-intro