Emotional health is an important part of overall health.

People who are emotionally

healthy are in control of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They're able to cope with life's
challenges. They can keep problems in perspective and bounce back from setbacks.Jun 23,

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.May 28, 2020

Good mental health is characterised by a person's ability to fulfil a number of key functions and
activities, including: the ability to learn. the ability to feel, express and manage a range
of positive and negative emotions. the ability to form and maintain good relationships with
others.

Symptoms

 Feeling sad or down.

 Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate.
 Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt.
 Extreme mood changes of highs and lows.
 Withdrawal from friends and activities.
 Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping.
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