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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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RT @KTVZ: Mental health worker fatally stabbed during visit to client's home in St. Helens (updated): http://t.co/pzIpbSYT
melvbb (M A R I A ) Mon, 21 May 2012 00:36:27 -0000
RT @KTVZ: Mental health worker fatally stabbed during visit to client's home in St. Helens (updated): http://t.co/pzIpbSYT
@THemingford @ahddrv lake of sleep in itself causes physical and mental health bad so add that to stress of helping it will affect you
HelenLovesQpr (Helen Ireland) Mon, 21 May 2012 00:36:22 -0000
@THemingford @ahddrv lake of sleep in itself causes physical and mental health bad so add that to stress of helping it will affect you
Day 21: Where I Stand #mayphotoaday #photoadaymay #instabest #instamania #insta @ The Mental Health Retreat http://t.co/eVu6PuiZ
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Day 21: Where I Stand #mayphotoaday #photoadaymay #instabest #instamania #insta @ The Mental Health Retreat http://t.co/eVu6PuiZ
SOUTH DAKOTA JOB: Clinical Nurse Specialist (Mental Health): Job Announcement Number:SU-12-ALW-668210-R19Locatio... http://t.co/pk01qYrW
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SOUTH DAKOTA JOB: Clinical Nurse Specialist (Mental Health): Job Announcement Number:SU-12-ALW-668210-R19Locatio... http://t.co/pk01qYrW
BP Settlement: $14.4 Million to Provide Mental Health Services http://t.co/yjoWYWq4 More mental health programs needed!
Forward_Now (Forward Now) Mon, 21 May 2012 00:33:54 -0000
BP Settlement: $14.4 Million to Provide Mental Health Services http://t.co/yjoWYWq4 More mental health programs needed!
Calls to mental health charity reveal human cost of recession - The Independent: Calls to mental health charity ... http://t.co/gWomx2GO
ukmentalhealth (ukmentalhealth) Mon, 21 May 2012 00:33:37 -0000
Calls to mental health charity reveal human cost of recession - The Independent: Calls to mental health charity ... http://t.co/gWomx2GO
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) - One page section of national website offering location and contact information for South Carolina chapters of CHADD organizations.
Cities and Towns and the Counties In Which They Are Located - Official state Department of Mental Health listing.
Department of Mental Health - South Carolina - State supported site offering complete directory of mental health services, descriptions of diagnosis and treatment and statewide career opportunities for professionals.
Federation of Families of South Carolina - Nonprofit organization, established to serve the families of children with any degree of emotional, behavioral or psychiatric disorder.
Gamblers Anonymous - South Carolina - State section of national website which provides location and contact information for support group meetings throughout the state.
Institute of Psychiatry - Subsection of larger website which details current treatment programs, outlines procedures for obtaining services, descriptions of current research in substance abuse, staff contact directory and calendar of conferences.
Mental Health Association in South Carolina - Organization dedicated to promoting mental health and preventing mental disorders; provides links to county and local level groups and care givers.
National Alliance of Mentally Ill: South Carolina - Provides location and contact information for family support groups located throughout the state.
South Carolina Association for Marriage and Family Therapy - Find out about upcoming events, read articles, or get membership information.
South Carolina Psychological Association (SCPA) - Professional organization representing all areas of psychology in the state including academic, practitioner, and public service; includes details on meetings, membership, and events.
