Mental Process
mental health
men·tal health [ men-tul helth ]
Subclass of:
Psychological Phenomena;
Health
Definitions related to mental health:
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A person's overall psychological and emotional condition. Good mental health is a state of well-being in which a person is able to cope with everyday events, think clearly, be responsible, meet challenges, and have good relationships with others.NCI Dictionary of Cancer TermsU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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Development and use of mental/emotional abilities to adjust to life situations, interact with others, and engage in activities.The Omaha SystemOmaha Systems, 2005
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Emotional, psychological, and social well-being of an individual or group.NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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For thorough searching see RTs.CRISP ThesaurusNational Institutes of Health, 2006
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The overall state of an individual's psychologic constitution.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act as we cope with life. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood and aging. Mental disorders are serious conditions which can affect your thinking, mood, and behavior. They may be occasional or long-lasting. They can affect your ability to relate to others and function each day. Mental disorders are common; more than half of all Americans will be diagnosed with one at some time in their life. But there are treatments. People with mental disorders can get better, and many of them recover completely. Why is mental health important? Mental health is important because it can help you to Cope with the stresses of life; Be physically healthy; Have good relationships; Make meaningful contributions to your community; Work productively; Realize your full potential. Your mental health is also important because it can affect your physical health. For example, mental disorders can raise your risk for physical health problems such as stroke, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. There are many different factors that can affect your mental health...MedlinePlusU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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Mental hygiene, the science of maintaining mental health and preventing the development of psychosis, neurosis, or other mental disorders. Since the founding of the United Nations the concepts of mental health and hygiene have achieved international acceptance. As defined in the 1946 constitution...Encyclopedia Britannica, Inc., 2020
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