Title: The Characteristics of Mental Health
Headings: The Characteristics of Mental Health
The Characteristics of Mental Health
What Is Mental Health?
Characteristics
Life Satisfaction
Resilience
Support
Flexibility
Challenges to Mental Health
How to Stay Mentally Healthy
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Content: Characteristics
Mental health refers not only to emotional well-being but also to how people think and behave. There are a number of different factors that have been found to influence mental health. Life Satisfaction
A person's ability to enjoy life is frequently used as an indicator of mental health and wellness. It is often defined as the degree to which a person enjoys the most important aspects of their life. Some factors that have been found to play an important role in life satisfaction include the absence of feeling ill, good relationships, a sense of belonging, being active in work and leisure, a sense of achievement and pride, positive self-perceptions, a sense of autonomy, and feelings of hope. 2 ﻿
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Resilience
The ability to bounce back from adversity has been referred to as "resilience." 3 ﻿ People who are resilient also tend to have a positive view of their ability to cope with challenges and seek out social support when they need it. Those who are more resilient are better able to not only cope with stress but to thrive even in the face of it. 10 Ways to Improve Your Resilience
Support
Social support is important to good mental health. Loneliness has been shown to have a number of negative health effects.