Mental health is our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It determines how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Mental health is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community’ (World Health Organization). Good mental health is related to mental and psychosocial well-being. UNICEF’s work to improve the mental health of children, adolescents, families and communities includes: • the promotion of mental health and psychosocial well-being, • the prevention of mental health conditions, • the protection of human rights and • the care and treatment of children, adolescents and caregivers affected by mental health conditions MENTAL HEALTH AND PSYCHOSOCIAL WELL-BEING Well-being describes the positive state of being when a person thrives. In children and adolescents, it results from the interplay of physical, psychological, cognitive, emotional, social and spiritual aspects that influence a child’s and adolescent’s ability to grow, learn, socialize, and develop to their full potential. Well-being is commonly understood in terms of three domains: • Personal Well-being: positive thoughts and emotions such as hopefulness, calm, self-esteem and self- confidence. • Interpersonal Well-being: nurturing relationships, responsive caregiving, a sense of belonging, the ability to be close to others. • Skills and Knowledge: The capacity to learn, make positive decisions, effectively respond to life challenges and express oneself. UNICEF-MH-and-PS-Technical-Note-2019.pdf.pdf Mental health | PPT (slideshare.net) Mental health | PPT (slideshare.net) Teacher and student mental health | PPT (slideshare.net) Teacher and student mental health | PPT (slideshare.net)
