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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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@kmachin @ajgaskin @MarkOneinFour ...so no one has to be ashamed to access mental health services to help them recover ...
TimetoChange (Time to Change) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:29:10 -0000
@kmachin @ajgaskin @MarkOneinFour ...so no one has to be ashamed to access mental health services to help them recover ...
Mental and physical health day!
gee_zee (Gretchen) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:25:49 -0000
Mental and physical health day!
@Erykah76 Also have sister in recovery from concurrent mental health disorders/drug addiction, & believe strongly in telling these stories.
bweikle (Brandie Weikle) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:23:50 -0000
@Erykah76 Also have sister in recovery from concurrent mental health disorders/drug addiction, & believe strongly in telling these stories.
RT @HarvardResearch: Researchers find parity in overall mental health across different areas affected by ethnic conflict http://ow.ly/KGGI
eczajac (Ed Zajac) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:23:49 -0000
RT @HarvardResearch: Researchers find parity in overall mental health across different areas affected by ethnic conflict http://ow.ly/KGGI
Ohio Department of Insurance has toolkit re new federal mental health parity law that took effect in October. www.insurance.ohio.gov
ColumbusDO (ColsOsteopathicAssn) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:21:57 -0000
Ohio Department of Insurance has toolkit re new federal mental health parity law that took effect in October. www.insurance.ohio.gov
Researchers find parity in overall mental health across different areas affected by ethnic conflict http://ow.ly/KGGI
HarvardResearch (Harvard Research) Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:20:50 -0000
Researchers find parity in overall mental health across different areas affected by ethnic conflict http://ow.ly/KGGI
Comprehensive Addiction Rehabilitation Education (CARE) - Helps people overcome eating disorders and drug and substance addiction and abuse.
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Florida Commission on Mental Health and Substance Abuse - The Commission is charged with evaluating the management of Florida's publicly supported mental health and substance abuse systems and services and making recommendations to the Governor and Legislature.
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Florida Council For Community Mental Health - Describes the FCCMH organization, goals, and objectives along with member services, special projects, jobs, training, and government affairs.
Florida Mental Health Advocate - Internet newsletter helping the advocacy community share information and work together to improve access to treatment and help shape public policy affecting mental health.
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Florida Psychiatric Society - Professional organization for all of Florida's psychiatrists.
Psychology.Com: Florida - List of therapists in the state with qualifications reviewed and approved by the organization. Lists contact information.
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