# Mental health awareness initiatives in France

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261012-mental-health-awareness-initiatives-in-france
> Updated: 2026-10-12T15:16:19.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Mental health awareness initiatives have been launched across various regions in France. In Paris, the sportswear brand ASICS debuted an installation at La Villette titled ‘Homo Scrollus Canapus’. The exhibit uses a diorama to critique the mental and physical health consequences of sedentary behavior and excessive screen use.

Broader efforts to promote well-being and reduce social taboos are also underway. In Bischheim, a forum organized by local mental health councils and the Strasbourg Eurométropole ‘Spot Santé’ bus provides information on neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism and ADHD. Meanwhile, Ker Anna high school has implemented dance and relaxation workshops as part of Mental Health Information Weeks to support student well-being.

## Claims

- ASICS displayed a diorama at La Villette in Paris to illustrate the impact of screen-related immobility. (single source)
- An ASICS study found that people spend an average of 86% of their waking time without moving. (single source)
- A mental health forum is being held in Bischheim on October 14. (single source)
- The association Jeff will present peer-aid as a support mechanism for psychological disorders. (single source)
- Ker Anna high school is hosting dance and well-being workshops on October 13. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Mental health awareness initiatives launched across France

Mental health awareness is being promoted through diverse initiatives in France, including an ASICS installation in Paris, a community forum in Bischheim, and wellness workshops at Ker Anna high school.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mental-health-awareness-initiatives-launched-across-france

### 2026-10-09: ASICS launches mental health installation in Paris

ASICS has installed a diorama at La Villette in Paris to highlight the mental and physical health risks of sedentary screen use for World Mental Health Day.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asics-launches-mental-health-installation-in-paris

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