Having good mental health, or being mentally healthy, is more than just the absence of illness, rather it’s a state of overall wellbeing
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⭐What Is Mental Health?
Mental health is a positive concept related to the social and emotional wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Having good mental health, or being mentally healthy, is more than just the absence of illness, rather it’s a state of overall wellbeing. It includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. 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.
Having good mental health, or being mentally healthy, is more than just the absence of illness, rather it’s a state of overall wellbeing. It includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. 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.
💥Mental Health Problems
Reach out for help when you need it. Everyone needs support from time to time. Talking to a family member, a friend, your doctor or one of the many services available can make all the difference.
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Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:
- Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry
- Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse
- Family history of mental health problems
💥Early Warning Signs
Experiencing one or more of the following feelings or behaviors can be an early warning sign of a problem:
- Eating or sleeping too much or too little
- Pulling away from people and usual activities
- Having low or no energy
- Feeling numb or like nothing matters
- Having unexplained aches and pains
- Feeling helpless or hopeless
- Smoking, drinking, or using drugs more than usual
- Feeling unusually confused, forgetful, angry, upset, worried, or scared
- Yelling or fighting with family and friends
- Experiencing severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships
- Having persistent thoughts and memories you can't get out of your head
- Hearing voices or believing things that are not true
- Thinking of harming yourself or others
- Inability to perform daily tasks like taking care of your kids or getting to work or school
⭐There are some things everyone can do
⭐ Get enough sleep and rest
Sleep affects our physical and mental health, but can be the first thing we trade in when we get busy or stressed
⭐ Take time out for things you enjoy
⭐Balance
Balance in life is important, so taking time out for things you enjoy can make a difference to how you think and feel
⭐ Be active and eat well
Our physical and mental health is closely linked, so adding exercise and nutritious food every day can make us feel better
⭐ Nurture relationships and connect with others
Our connection to others is what builds us up and keeps us strong
⭐ Learn to manage Stress
Learn to manage stress. If you have trouble winding down or managing thoughts you may find relaxation, yoga or writing your feelings down helpful
⭐Be comfortable in your own skin
Everyone is unique and should be celebrated. Know who you are and what makes you happy.
⭐ Nature Based Activities for Mental Health
We've known for some time that being in nature is good for health and wellbeing, but new study reinforces the growing evidence that doing things in nature is associated with large gains in mental health.
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⭐ Healthy Laugh
Laughter enhances your intake of oxygen-rich air, stimulates your heart, lungs and muscles, and increases the endorphins that are released by your brain. Activate and relieve your stress response.
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💥 Take Care of Yourself
Self-Care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health
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