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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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National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) - North Carolina - State site providing support, education and advocacy for the families and friends of people with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, Tourette's syndrome, attention deficit disorder, autism, and pervasive developmental disorder.
Meta Description: [ NAMI North Carolina is a grass roots organization providing support, education, and advocacy for the families and friends of
people with serious mental illness, and for individuals with serious mental illness ]
Alzheimer's Association North Carolina Memory Walk - Annual fund raiser for research, caregiver support and advocacy in 49 counties. Features mission statement, information on the walks in each county and contact details.
Alzheimer's Disease Research Center - Duke University program provides state-of-the-art care and research for Alzheimer's patients and their families.
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Geratric Mental Health Services in North Carolina - Provides location, available services and contact information for geriatric mental health programs throughout the state.
Mental Health Association in North Carolina, Inc. - Not-for-profit association with 27 local affiliates throughout the state providing resources for consumers and professionals in the treatment and prevention of mental illness.
Mental Health Association of Central Carolinas, Inc. - Promotes mental wellness through advocacy, prevention, and education.
North Carolina Mental Health Consumers Organization - A resource for individuals or families seeking general information regarding the legal and medical issues involved with mental health treatment.
North Carolina Professional Addiction Counselor Training - Providing financial aid to individuals pursuing North Carolina certification and education in fields relating to substance abuse.
North Carolina Psychoanalytic Foundation - Promoting mental health through psychoanalytic education and therapy.
Meta Description: [ N. C. Psychoanalytic Foundation, providing an overview of
resources for psychoanalytic education and therapy in North Carolina. ]
North Carolina Psychological Association - Serve the interests of psychologists in the state. Includes referral service plus information for the public, students, and doctors.
Meta Description: [ The North Carolina Psychological Association
is a non-profit, professional organization. The website is a resource for the
general public, students and psychologists in North Carolina ]
Rape Victims Assistance Program - Resource for learning what to do about sexual assault. Links to informational, legal, and medical resources. Toll free number provided.
Meta Description: [ North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety ]
