defining mental health

Question 1

define mental health

Answer 1

a state of well-being in which the individual realises their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and are able to make a contribution to their community

Question 2

mental health problems

Answer 2

a disruption to an individuals usual level of social and emotional wellbeing

Question 3

mental health disorder

Answer 3

a health problem that significantly affects how a person feels, thinks, behaves, and interacts with other people.

Question 4

difference between mental health problem and disorder

Answer 4

mental health problems are generally not significant and do not last for a long time

Question 5

define wellbeing

Answer 5

a positive state related to enjoyment of life, feeling connected, dealing with challenges and having a sense of purpose.

Question 6

characteristic of a mentally healthy person

Answer 6

high levels of functioning, social and emotional

well-being and resilience to life stressors

Question 7

what is high levels of funcitoning

Answer 7

able to complete everyday tasks, set goals, do meaningful work

Question 8

what is social and emotional well-being

Answer 8

able to communicate, understand and talk about emotions, feel connected to others, invovle oneself in society