MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

1. M ENTAL
H EA LTH

2. DEFINITION
According to the WHO (World Health Organization), Mental Health is:
• "... a state of well-being in which the individual realizes
or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of
life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to
make a contribution to his or her community."
• The WHO stresses that mental health "is not just the
absence of mental disorder."

3. MENTAL HEALTH SCENARIO IN INDIA
According to report of the National Mental Health Survey (NMHS)
• “India needs to talk about mental illness;”
• “Every sixth Indian needs mental health help;”
• “Mental problems more in 30–49 age group or over 60
• “Urban areas to be most affected by Mental Illness”
As per WHO report 7.5% Indians suffer from Mental disorder
• Not only do 56 million Indians or 4.5% of India's population -- suffer from depression at
this moment, and 38 million Indians suffer from anxiety disorders
In October 2016, the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences
(NIMHANS) in Bengaluru released a mental health survey that said that the
incidence of depression is roughly one in every 20 Indians or 5% of the
population.

4. SIGNS OF POOR MENTAL HEALTH
•Tiredness and lack of energy
•Sleeping more or less
•Talking less and avoiding social activities
•Irritability and short temper
•Worrying more
•Finding it difficult to control your emotions
•Low self esteem

5. FACTORS THAT AFFECT MENTAL HEALTH
• Self-esteem
This is the value we place on ourselves, our positive self-image and sense of self-worth.
People with high self-esteem generally have a positive outlook and are satisfied with
themselves most of the time.
• Feeling loved
Children who feel loved, trusted and accepted by their parents and others are far more
likely to have good self-esteem. They are also more likely to feel comfortable, safe and
secure, and are better able to communicate and develop positive relationships with
others.
• Confidence
Youth should be encouraged to discover their own unique qualities and have the
confidence to face challenges and take risks. Young people who are brought up to
confidence in themselves are more likely to have a positive attitude, and to lead happy
and productive lives.
• Positive attitude towards life:

6. FACTORS THAT AFFECT MENTAL HEALTH
• Difficult behavior
When people are unhappy, they either internalize their unhappiness or act out. The
usually appears as bad or difficult behavior, such as using abusive language, being
aggressive or violent, damaging property, stealing, lying, refusing to comply with
requests or expectations at school or home, or displaying other inappropriate actions. If
such behavior is serious and persistent, the young person and his or her family might
require professional help.
• Physical ill health
Diseases, injuries and other physical problems often contribute to poor mental health
and sometimes mental illness. Some physical causes (such as birth trauma, brain
drug abuse) can directly affect brain chemistry and contribute to mental illness. More
commonly, poor physical health can affect self-esteem and people’s ability to meet
goals, which leads to unhappiness or even depression. In such cases, receiving the best
possible treatment for both the physical problem and the resulting psychological
consequences is key to optimal recovery to good mental health.
• Abuse
The mental health of abused children is at great risk. Abused children are more likely to
experience mental disorders or mental illness during childhood and into adulthood.

7. HOW TO ENSURE MENTAL HEALTH
1. Value yourself
2. Take care of your body
3. Surround yourself with good people
4. Give yourself: Contribute to self growth
5. Learn how to deal with stress
6. Quiet your mind: Keep your mind cool
7. Get help when you need it: Seeking help is a sign of strength,
not a weakness
8. Take out time daily for your passion
9. Stay positive
10. Always believe “Everything happens for a good reason”