GENERAL OBJECTIVE – At the end of the class students able to understand the mental health, criteria, concept & characteristics of mentally health person. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE – introduce about the mental health define mental health enlist the criteria of mental health explain the concept mental health discuss about the characteristics of mentally healthy persons. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
INTRODUCTION The term mental health is often misunderstood and interpreted as an absence of mental, but mental health is desirable quality and is more then the absence of mental ill health. It is concerned with an optimum level of emotional and behavioral adjustment of the individual . MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
HEALTH ACCORDING TO WHO Health is a state of complete physical mental, spiritual and social well being, and it is not merely the absence of any diseases or infirmity. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN) DEFINITIONS
MENTAL HEALTH Mental health is not absence of mental illness but is a state of wellbeing in which an individual realize his or her own abilities can cope with the normal stress of life can work and able to make a contribution to his/her community. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
MENTAL HEALTH ACCORDING TO WHO Mental health is defined as a state of well being in which every individual realize his or her own potential ,can cope with normal stresses of life ,can work productively and is able to contribution to her of his life.. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
MENTAL HEALTH ACCORDING TO KARL MENNINGER Mental health as an an adjustment of human being to the world and each other with maximum of effectiveness and happiness. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CRITERIA OF MENTAL HEALTH Adequate contact with reality. Control of thought & imagination. Efficiency in work & play. Social acceptance Positive self concept A healthy emotion life. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH JAHODA 1958 is given the current concept of positive mental status. Marie JAHODA define that the absence of mental illness is not a sufficient indicator of mental health. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH A positive attitude towards self. Growth development and the ability for self- actualization. Integration (Subordination) Autonomy (Self-sufficiency) Perception of reality Environmental master MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH 1. A positive attitude towards – A positive attitude towards self-include the individual feels a strong sense of personal identity and security within environment. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH 2. Growth development and the ability for self-actualization - Growth development and the ability for self-actualization individual successfully achieve the task associated with each levels of development. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH 3. Integration (Subordination) - Integration includes the ability to adaptively respond to the environment and development of the philosophy of life. E.g. Individual heaving ability to reduces their anxiety. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH 4. Autonomy (Self-sufficiency) – Autonomy refers to the individual ability to perform in an independent self-directed manner individual make choices accept responsibility. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH 5. Perception of reality – Perception of reality includes perception of the environment without any concern for the wants and needs of others. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH 6 . Environmental mastery – Environmental mastery indicators person is able to love and accept the love of others. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 1. He has an ability to make adjustment. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 2 . They feel good about themselves. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
3. They feel comfortable with other people. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN) CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 4. They make their own decision. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 5. He solves his problems. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 6. He has a sense of personal security and feels secure in a group and understanding of other people’s problems. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 7. He has sense of responsibility. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 8. He can give and accept love. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 9. He lives in a world of reality rather than fantasy. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 10. He shows emotional maturity and develops a capacity to tolerate frustration. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 11. He has a variety of interest and generally lives a well-balanced life of work ,rest and recreation. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CHARTERSTICS OF MENTAL HEALTHY PERSON 12. He has developed philosophy of life that gives meaning and purpose to his daily activities. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
SUMMARY Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being . It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
CONCLUSION mental health is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being, impacting every area of life. By prioritizing mental health, we can improve our quality of life and build stronger, more supportive communities. Continuous awareness and care are vital for maintaining mental wellness. MS.POOJA SEN NURSING LECTURER (MHN)
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