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Mental Health (Characteristics of a Mentally and Emotionally Healthy…
Mental Health
Definition (World Health Organization)
Mental health refers to “a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.”
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Mental Illness
Refers to the dysregulation of mood, thought, and/or behaviour that produces psychological distress and/or impaired functioning.
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Protective Factors
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Psychological
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Positive coping skills (emotional self-regulation, stress management, problem solving skills)
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Social
Positive family structure (family cohesion, good relationship with at least one parent)
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Risk
Factors
Biological
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Poor state of physical health e.g. diet, lifestyle, sleeping patterns.
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Psychological
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Trauma e.g. loss, neglect.
Social
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Dysfunctional family environment (family/marital conflict, substance use/abuse, lack of attachment with parents, neglect / abuse)
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Poor coping skills (emotional self-regulation, problem solving)
Isolation
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Negative community / school environment (violence, drug use, etc)
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