Mental health

and well
being
Leonor Albuquerque nº15 10ºQ
Index
What is mental health?
Why is it important to take care of it?
How to identify and deal with
depression?
The role of interpersonal and social
relationships?
Treatments and therapies available
for people with mental health issues?
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 it?

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 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 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