Mental health is a concept that refers to a human individual's emotional and psychological well-being. Merriam-Webster defines mental health as "A state of emotional and psychological well-being in which an individual is able to use his or her cognitive and emotional capabilities, function in society, and meet the ordinary demands of everyday life."

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no one "official" definition of mental health. Cultural differences, subjective assessments, and competing professional theories all affect how "mental health" is defined. In general, most experts agree that "mental health" and "mental illness" are not opposites. In other words, the absence of a recognized mental disorder is not necessarily an indicator of mental health.

One way to think about mental health is by looking at how effectively and successfully a person functions. Feeling capable and competent; being able to handle normal levels of stress, maintain satisfying relationships, and lead an independent life; and being able to "bounce back," or recover from difficult situations, are all signs of mental health.

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Did I mention i've been spending a lot of time at the mental health wards recently???
becsh1 (becsh1) Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:32:00 -0000
Did I mention i've been spending a lot of time at the mental health wards recently???
this is my 3rd mental health day but i cant help it. i have no time. i hate myself. and need to breathe
kimberingram (Kim Ingram) Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:28:08 -0000
this is my 3rd mental health day but i cant help it. i have no time. i hate myself. and need to breathe
Pondering the difference from a mental health perspective of religion vs delusions. How to explain to C that his faith is an illness.
becsh1 (becsh1) Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:26:05 -0000
Pondering the difference from a mental health perspective of religion vs delusions. How to explain to C that his faith is an illness.
Wait today was suppose to be a mental health day not a sick day. Am i imaging these flu like symptoms??
HaileyTippett (Hailey Tippett) Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:25:20 -0000
Wait today was suppose to be a mental health day not a sick day. Am i imaging these flu like symptoms??
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