During the 37th edition of the Mental Health Awareness Weeks (SISM), from October 5 to October 18, 2026, various events are being organized in Isère to promote mental health awareness through art and expression. The theme of this year's SISM is "For Our Mental Health, Let Us Open Ourselves to the Arts," with initiatives aimed at informing the public about mental disorders, challenging misconceptions, and encouraging dialogue. These events use creative expression to foster understanding and connection among participants. In Échirolles-Pont-de-Claix, the CLSM is hosting a written speaking group titled "Ç'art me regarde" on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Moulins de Villancourt. The event is organized by the association Les uns pacte poétique and is aimed at residents concerned with mental health, whether or not they have experienced a mental disorder. This gathering encourages participants to explore their emotions through spoken word and writing, creating a supportive environment for self-expression. In Fontaine, the exhibition Comment dire, by GaB, is on display at the Simone Veil Health Space until November 4. The exhibition explores the difficulty of expressing emotions and encourages free speech. The commune also organizes several artistic workshops, including a contemporary dance workshop on October 3 at the Maison des associations and slam writing workshops by Maître Rim's on October 7 at the Jean-Moulin Park, followed by an open stage. These activities aim to create spaces where individuals can explore their feelings through movement and spoken word. In Grenoble, Art Tendre opens its doors on October 9 for a day focused on dance and sharing. A performance is scheduled for young children, their parents, and professionals in the morning, followed by a workshop at 2:30 p.m. around movement and the pleasure of being together. This event emphasizes the importance of community and connection through physical expression. In Saint-Martin-d'Hères, the musical theater Octet, by the company Mise à feu, will be performed on Wednesday, October 14, at 8 p.m., at L'heure bleue. The play portrays eight people dependent on the internet gathered in a support group, combining a cappella music and reflection on human relationships in the digital age. The commune also proposes other meetings, including the play On n'est pas sérieux quand on a 17 ans, by the company Les P'tites Griottes, on October 15. The performance addresses questions related to adolescence, living through first experiences, and dealing with discomfort. In Bièvre Isère, the performance Lonely Sweety will be presented on Thursday, October 15, at 6:30 p.m., at the La Forteresse banquet hall. This solo performance follows Sweety, an influencer confronting the excesses of social networks. The program indicates that "she makes videos where she sells connected objects and does yoga wrapped in cellophane. But between body shaming and bulimia crisis, her idealized life wavers." The performance highlights the pressures and challenges of maintaining a public image in the digital age.