What Is Mental Health? Mental health 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.
Over the course of your life, if you experience mental health problems,
your thinking, mood, and behavior could be affected. 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
Mental health problems are common but help is available. People with mental health problems can get better and many recover completely.
Early Warning Signs
Not sure if you or someone you know is living with mental health
problems? Experiencing one or more of the following feelings or
behaviors can be an early warning sign of a problem: ...