Importance Of Mental

Health
Presented By ;Dr.Laxmi.S.Patil
U.G.O; Dr.Meena
Presented On 29/12/2022
 Objectives
• At the end of the class the learner shall be able to explain
• Mental health
• Importance of mental health .
 Introduction
• World health Organization (WHO) defines health as “ a state of physical, mental, social and
spiritual well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”
• The mind and the body are two important fragments of the organism. They are functioning in
harmony to maintain the state of health. They are inseparable and interdependent. Any amount of
alteration in one fragment will immediately reflect on the other.
• WHO defines mental health as mental well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own
abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a
contribution to his or her community.
• Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
• It likewise determines how an individual handles stress, interpersonal relationships, and decision-
making.
Why is mental health important?
• Deranged Mental health also affect persons health
behavior like eating sensibly, regular exercise, adequate
sleep, engaging in safe sexual practices, alcohol and
tobacco use, adhering to medical therapies thus increasing
the risk of physical illness.
• Mental ill health also leads to social problems like
unemployment, broken families, poverty, drug abuse and
related crime.
• Poor mental health plays a significant role in diminished
immune functioning.
Good Ment Health Help Us In;
• A Stronger Ability to Cope With Life’s Stressors
• A Positive Self-Image
• Healthier Relationships
• Better Productivity
• Higher Quality of Life
• Considering how much of a role your mental health plays in each aspect
of your life, it's important to guard and improve psychological
wellness using appropriate measures.
 How to Maintain Mental Health and Well-Being
• To keep mental health in shape, a few introductions to and changes to lifestyle practices
may be required. These include:
• Maintaining a positive outlook on life.
• Taking up regular exercise
• Trying meditation
• Keeping in touch with loved ones
• Learning coping skills for life challenges
• Prioritizing rest and sleep on a daily basis
 Signs of Deranged Mental Health
• When mental health is compromised, it isn’t always apparent to the
individual or those around them. However, there are certain warning
signs to look out for, that may signify negative changes for the well-
being. These include:
• A switch in eating habits, whether over or undereating
• A noticeable reduction in energy levels
• Being more reclusive(avoiding company) and shying away from others
• Feeling persistent despair.
• Indulging in alcohol, tobacco, or other substances more than usual
• Experiencing unexplained confusion, anger, guilt, or worry
• Severe mood swings
• Picking fights with family and friends
• Hearing voices with no identifiable source
• Thinking of self-harm or causing harm to others
• Being unable to perform daily tasks with ease
 Conclusion

• mental health as mental well-being in which an individual realizes his or

her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work
productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.
•
• Considering how much of a role your mental health plays in each aspect of
your life, it's important to guard and improve psychological wellness
using appropriate measures.
Thank You