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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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@theangryfan what was that one. Mental health or something.
DamicoMark (Mark D'Amico) Wed, 16 May 2012 00:49:07 -0000
@theangryfan what was that one. Mental health or something.
They claim that the changes will be a detriment to mental health. By adding a few more days off during the year? And decreasing finals time?
StarRemnants (Brittany C.) Tue, 15 May 2012 23:42:04 -0000
They claim that the changes will be a detriment to mental health. By adding a few more days off during the year? And decreasing finals time?
@PensFanMeesh7 bahahahaha well they're not doing anything to assist my mental health right now & that's bad for character and fitness!
meggiejo824 (Megan Will) Tue, 15 May 2012 20:08:59 -0000
@PensFanMeesh7 bahahahaha well they're not doing anything to assist my mental health right now & that's bad for character and fitness!
Pennsylvania Jobs $ Mental Health Tech - FT Weekend Days at Universal Health Services (Shippensburg, PA) http://t.co/xF3JqhrL
PennJobsQ (Penn Jobs Q) Tue, 15 May 2012 19:49:36 -0000
Pennsylvania Jobs $ Mental Health Tech - FT Weekend Days at Universal Health Services (Shippensburg, PA) http://t.co/xF3JqhrL
I share this as a public service (laughing). Think of the dollars saved from lower mental health premiums, Xanax... http://t.co/QHN2NVGn
zabierek (Mark Zabierek) Tue, 15 May 2012 19:12:03 -0000
I share this as a public service (laughing). Think of the dollars saved from lower mental health premiums, Xanax... http://t.co/QHN2NVGn
@ferry315 English, Math, and Counseling & Mental Health -_-
RubenEats (Ruben the Great) Tue, 15 May 2012 18:43:46 -0000
@ferry315 English, Math, and Counseling & Mental Health -_-
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists - Professional organization representing the interests of licensed marriage, family and child counselors.
California Association of Mental Health Patients Rights Advocates - A membership organization working to promote public policy furthering the rights and well-being of mental health consumers. Goals and activities.
California Psychology Network - Provides information about psychological services and access to psychology providers in California. It includes online mental health assessment tools and, for psychologists, an extensive directory of continuing education courses.
CAMFT Therapist Finder - An interactive electronic directory of marriage and family therapists (MFTs) practicing in the state of California.
Meta Description: [ Find a California Therapist, quickly and easily. Plus information and more... ]
Eastfield Ming Quong - Information to help children and their families achieve and maintain emotional and mental health.
Prevention News - This publication is for Arc-California chapters and their members. It communicates issues related to the prevention of mental retardation and other disabilities.
SchizophreniaTherapy - Provides several alternatives to traditional treatment for individuals suffering from a major mental illness. Clinics in Bakersfield and Los Angeles.
Meta Description: [ The schizophreniatherapy.com website provides information on effective and lasting alternatives to traditional treatment for individuals suffering with a major mental illness ]
The California Psychological Association - Professional association for licensed psychologists and others affiliated with the delivery of psychological services. Activities, resources, and membership information.
Traditions Behavioral Health - A provider of psychiatric and psychological services for adult and older adults in acute and sub-acute outpatient and inpatient facilities throughout California.
