Part of building resilience in children and young people; involves them understanding mental health and how to care for themselves to ensure their mental health does not suffer.
FAQs
Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It influences how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It also affects their ability to handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
There are many different types of mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders (such as depression and bipolar disorder), psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia), eating disorders, personality disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Mental health can be affected by numerous factors, including your genetics, traumatic life experiences, chronic stress, medical conditions, substance abuse, and environmental influences such as family dynamics and social relationships.
Yes, there is a strong link between physical and mental health. Poor physical health can increase the risk of developing mental health issues, while mental health conditions can negatively impact physical health. For example, chronic illnesses can lead to depression and anxiety, and mental health disorders can lead to behaviours that harm physical health, such as poor nutrition and lack of exercise.