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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@kittystryker I'm at work (mental health clinic) so I think I'll delay the "singing at the top of my lungs" till I get home! Must buy heels.
Stroppy_Girl (Sue Elworthy) Mon, 14 May 2012 19:23:23 -0000
@kittystryker I'm at work (mental health clinic) so I think I'll delay the "singing at the top of my lungs" till I get home! Must buy heels.
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joshbarrow1 (Josh Barrow) Mon, 14 May 2012 19:22:49 -0000
RT @taylorwearne: Check out this video from @InvictusTrust helping young people with mental health issues. #invictusfilm #invictustrust http://t.co/B7boSZZr
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Darren_Tumber (Darren_Tumber) Mon, 14 May 2012 19:22:45 -0000
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MamaMischief (A Hill) Mon, 14 May 2012 19:22:42 -0000
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http://t.co/SRPtoIru PKARs fundraising helped Learning Disabilities Assoc., Cnd Mental Health Assoc. & Five Counties Children’s Centre in...
MP's fury at mental health beds closure http://t.co/RERBxjA5 via: @dailyecho
forestwaterside (Stephen Lodge) Mon, 14 May 2012 19:22:19 -0000
MP's fury at mental health beds closure http://t.co/RERBxjA5 via: @dailyecho

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