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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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Storify: Mental health clinics and Rahm Emanuel's house http://t.co/ifBrrLKr
Dr_Arndt (Dr Arndt) Sun, 20 May 2012 19:37:12 -0000
Storify: Mental health clinics and Rahm Emanuel's house http://t.co/ifBrrLKr
RT @AECFNews: Children's mental health at risk from chronic financial instability, writes Rebecca Ruiz in @HuffingtonPost http://t.co/FktNMBOn
Lisaintherock (Lisa Southerland) Sun, 20 May 2012 19:37:06 -0000
RT @AECFNews: Children's mental health at risk from chronic financial instability, writes Rebecca Ruiz in @HuffingtonPost http://t.co/FktNMBOn
If u 'ship zux', i will ship u with a mental health hospital..u do realise ur making zayn sound like a paedo.
I_Heart_1D_xox (Rachelxox) Sun, 20 May 2012 19:36:21 -0000
If u 'ship zux', i will ship u with a mental health hospital..u do realise ur making zayn sound like a paedo.
Psychosocial Intervention in Long-Term Care: An Advanced Guide: The responsibility of providing mental health ev... http://t.co/WsuuiOpV
CordiaBarton (Cordia Barton) Sun, 20 May 2012 19:36:07 -0000
Psychosocial Intervention in Long-Term Care: An Advanced Guide: The responsibility of providing mental health ev... http://t.co/WsuuiOpV
Ex-VA hospital official faults mental health care - Link: http://t.co/QjrQrO2b
NewswirePressFB (Biotechnology) Sun, 20 May 2012 19:36:02 -0000
Ex-VA hospital official faults mental health care - Link: http://t.co/QjrQrO2b
T3: Psychotherapy can help equip you with the tools and slight life adjustments needed to cope and keep your mental health intact.#LupusChat
LifeUnbound (Speaking Life) Sun, 20 May 2012 19:35:57 -0000
T3: Psychotherapy can help equip you with the tools and slight life adjustments needed to cope and keep your mental health intact.#LupusChat
Amistad Peer Support and Recovery Center, Inc. - Organization that works with people in Portland area who live with the symptoms of severe and persistent mental illness. Program description and contact information available.
Focus Adolescent Services - Resources, links, and information to help families with troubled teens, from a service provider.
Meta Description: [ Resources in Maine to help families with troubled teens. State information, support groups, schools and programs, hotlines. ]
Maine Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services - Bureau encourages and assists people with developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and substance abuse disorders to achieve good health and meaningful living.
Maine Mental Health Community Connections - Mental health and recreational services for the mentally impaired, recreational funding, community activities, and resource information.
Maine Youth Suicide Prevention - Provides help for at risk youth, resources, contact, and Maine task force information.
Motivational Services, Inc. - Assists adults recovering from mental illness in central Maine. Housing, case management, employment, recreation, and socialization services offered.
Meta Description: [ Motivational Services : Mental Health Care : Vocational Rehabilitation : Community Support : Employment and Housing Support : Training : CPR : MHSS: Mental Health Training ]
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill: Maine - Dedicated to improving the quality of life for everyone affected by mental illness. Provides information about donations, gifts, membership, training, reports, publications, and other resources.
Spring Harbor Hospital - Provides care service for people affected by mental illness or substance abuse. Located in South Portland, with counseling locations in Augusta, Portland, Scarborough, and York.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to Spring Harbor Hospital, southern Maine's premier provider of inpatient services for those experiencing acute mental illness or dual disorders. ]
Sweetser - Behavioral health organization for families and individuals offering services for emotional disturbances, mental illnesses, behavioral disorders and learning disabilities.
Meta Description: [ Sweetser / Home ]
Wings for Children and Families, Inc. - Non-profit organization providing resources for families of children with serious mental and emotional health needs in Aroostook, Hancock, Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Washington counties. Provides a schedule of events, contacts, and online resources.
