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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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@johnrobertscnn live to 100? No thanks.Only want to live as long as have health,mobility,&mental faculties.Lose w of those,not worth it
barkway (barkway) Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:38:30 -0000
@johnrobertscnn live to 100? No thanks.Only want to live as long as have health,mobility,&mental faculties.Lose w of those,not worth it
gah. I would severely appreciate a 'mental Health' day. shit. Gotta do my whole Bio lab tonight... thank god for spare
maggiaidan (Maggi Robertson) Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:36:14 -0000
gah. I would severely appreciate a 'mental Health' day. shit. Gotta do my whole Bio lab tonight... thank god for spare
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??
Behavioral Health Care of Northern Indiana - Facility offers specialized behavioral health care services to children, adolescents and adults on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Location and contact information provided.
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Deborah Brewer, M.S., - Private professional practice specializing in career, marital, women's issues, abuse survival, and general counseling.
Department of Psychiatry - Indiana University School of Medicine - Site describes adult psychiatric service programs that address disorders including mood disorders, sexual health, Alzheimer's Disease, and anxiety disorders.
Hamilton Center, Inc. - Not-for-profit community mental health center serving central and west central Indiana with providing behavioral health services for all life cycles, birth through adulthood.
Meta Description: [ Hamilton Center, Inc. is a not-for-profit community mental health center serving central and west central Indiana with quality mental health services for over 25 years. Providing behavioral health services for all life cycles, birth through adulthood., Mental illnesses or other emotional problem... ]
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill - Non-profit organization is dedicated to improving life for those in Indiana affected by serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or depression.
Oaklawn - Offers mental health and addiction treatment services for children, adolescents and older adults.
Meta Description: [ A comprehensive array of mental health and addictions treatment services for children, adolescents, and older adults. ]
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