Mental health (or behavioral health) describes a level of psychological well-being, or an absence of a mental disorder.[1][2]From the perspective of positive psychology, mental health may include an individuals ability to enjoy life, and create a balance between life activities and efforts to achieve psychological resilience.[1] Mental health can also be defined as an expression of emotions, and as signifying a successful adaptation to a range of demands. The World Health Organization defines mental health as a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his 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.[3] It was previously stated that there was no official definition of mental health. Cultural differences, subjective assessments, and competing professional theories all affect how mental health is defined.[4] There are different types of mental health problems, some of which are common, such as depression andanxiety disorders, and some not so common, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.[5] Most recently, the field of global mental health has emerged, which has been defined as the area of study, research and practice that places a priority on improving mental health and achieving equity in mental health for all people worldwide
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