HOW TO IMPROVE MENTAL
HEALTH
Every year world mental health day is observed on October 10. It was started as an annual activity by the world federation for mental health by deputy secretary-general of UNO at that time. Mental health resources differ significantly from one country to another. While the
In the formidable years, this had no specific theme planned. The main
aim was to promote and advocate the public on important issues. Also, in the
first three years, one of the central activities done to help the day become
special was the 2-hour telecast by the US information agency satellite system.
Mental health is not just a concept that refers to an individual’s
psychological and emotional well being. Rather it’s a state of psychological
and emotional well being where an individual is able to use their cognitive and
emotional capabilities, meet the ordinary demand and functions in the society.
According to WHO, there is no single ‘official’ definition of mental health.
Thus, there are many factors like cultural differences, competing
professional theories, and subjective assessments that affect how mental health
is defined. Also, there are many experts that agree that mental illness and
mental health are not antonyms. So, in other words, when the recognized mental
disorder is absent, it is not necessarily a sign of mental health.
One way to think about mental health is to look at how effectively and successfully
does a person acts. So, there are factors such as feeling competent, capable,
able to handle the normal stress levels, maintaining satisfying relationships
and also leading an independent life. Also, this includes recovering from
difficult situations and being able to bounce back.
Important Benefits of Good Mental Health
Mental health is related to the personality as a whole of that person.
Thus, the most important function of school and education is to safeguard the
mental health of boys and girls. Physical fitness is not the only measure of
good health alone. Rather it’s just a means of promoting mental as well as
moral health of the child. The two main factors that affect the most are
feeling of inferiority and insecurity. Thus, it affects the child the most. So,
they lose self-initiative and confidence. This should be avoided and children
should be constantly encouraged to believe in themselves.
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