Mental health and well being

Leonor Albuquerque nº15 10ºQ

Index
1 What is mental health??

2 Why is it important to take care of her?

3 How to identify and deal with depression?

4 The impact of diet and exercise on mental health?

5 The role of interpersonal and social relationships?

Treatments and therapies available for people with
6 mental health issues?

7 How to recognize and prevent emotional burnout

and overload?
8 How the Covid-19 pandemic has affected
people's mental health and how to deal with the
long-term effects.?
What is mental health?

Elements of good mental health:

emotional, psychological, and social
well-being
Importance of self-care in maintaining
good mental health
The role of social support in promoting
good mental health
Positive relationships as a crucial
component of good mental health
The impact of good mental health on
overall life satisfaction and fulfillment.
Why is it important to take
care of her?

Good mental health is important

because it affects all areas of life.
Mental health problems can lead to
negative symptoms and serious
disorders, impacting various aspects of
life.
To ensure a happy and healthy life, it is
important to care for mental health
through healthy practices, leisure
activities, therapy, and medication when
necessary.
How to identify and deal
with depression?

Depression symptoms: sadness,

hopelessness, lack of interest,
fatigue, suicidal thoughts.
Treatment options: professional help,
therapy, medication, physical
activity, healthy habits, social
support.
Recognizing depression as common
and treatable, along with self-
kindness, is crucial to recovery.
The impact of diet and exercise
on mental health?
Diet and exercise are important for
maintaining good mental health.
A balanced diet and regular physical activity
can help reduce symptoms of depression,
anxiety, and stress.
Diet can also affect gut health, which has
been linked to mental health.
Exercise promotes the release of endorphins,
which can boost mood and reduce stress.
Incorporating healthy habits into daily
routines can improve overall well-being and
mental health.
The role of interpersonal
and social relationships?
The importance of healthy social and
interpersonal relationships for good mental
health.
The benefits of positive connections,
including boosting self-esteem, reducing
stress, and enhancing the sense of
belonging.
The negative impact of loneliness, social
isolation, and conflicts on mental health.
The importance of building healthy
relationships and seeking social support to
maintain mental health and well-being.
Treatments and therapies
available for people with
mental health issues?
Mental Health Treatment:
Therapies: psychotherapy, cognitive
behavioral therapy, group therapy, family
therapy, couples therapy
Medications: antidepressant, anxiolytic,
mood stabilizer
Complementary therapies: meditation,
yoga, acupuncture, art therapy
Importance of seeking professional help
to find the best approach for each
individual case.
How to recognize and prevent
emotional burnout and
overload?
Importance of preventing emotional
burnout
Strategies for preventing emotional
burnout (establishing healthy
boundaries, delegating tasks,
prioritizing self-care, seeking support,
etc.)
Recognition of early symptoms
The role of relaxation practices,
exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate
sleep in preventing emotional burnout.
How the Covid-19 pandemic
has affected people's mental
health and how to deal with
the long-term effects.?

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to increased

stress, anxiety, depression and loneliness,
affecting people's mental health.
Social distancing measures and restrictions
have also contributed to these problems.
Seeking social and professional support,
maintaining healthy routines, and setting
healthy boundaries are important to deal
with the long-term effects of the pandemic.
Thank you