The document provides an introduction to mental health, including definitions and statistics on prevalence. It discusses the World Federation for Mental Health, which aims to increase awareness and improve care for mental health disorders globally. Common mental disorders are outlined and examples are given of famous celebrities and athletes who have spoken publicly about their own mental health struggles. The conclusion emphasizes that mental health issues are real and can affect anyone.

1. MENTAL
HEALTH
INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL
HEALTH
BY: JUSTIN ECHEVERRY

2. OBJECTIVES
• Introduction of Mental Health.
• Get to know the World Federation for Mental Health.
• Understand the factors and causes of poor Mental Health.
• Understand famous celebrities and athletes that deal with mental health.
• What can we do the improve our Mental Health.
• Conclusion/summary.

3. INTRODUCTION
 Mental Health is the result of:
 Emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
 Mental Health is a growing stigma around the world.
 Increased number of athletes/celebrities revealing their
struggles.
 Accounts for 7.4% of the global burden of disease.
 Leading cause of disability worldwide.

4. WORLD FEDERATION OF MENTAL
HEALTH
• Only international mental health organization.
• Non-profit organization founded in 1948.
• Mission:
 Increase awareness.
 Prevention of poor mental health/disorders.
 Improve care, treatment and recovery.
 Encourages interaction, networking on a global
level.
 Help reduction of stigma and discrimination.

5. VULNERABLE FACTORS
• Biological
 Genes
 Family History
 Life Experiences
 Social life
 Trauma
 Abuse
 Minorities/Sexual Orientation
 Exposure to victimization and Threats
 Treatment disparities

6. ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL INFLUENCES
• Imbalance food intake and physical activity.
• Poor maintenance of behavioral change.
• Economic rather than health motivations.
• Drugs.
• Binge drinking.
• Social media.
• Negative/toxic friends and family

7. COMMON MENTAL DISORDERS
• Anxiety disorders
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD, ADD)
• Depression
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Schizophrenia
• Substance use
• Bipolar

8. Global Figure struggles
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-ov9XZzByA
• Globally known NBA basketball player, Kevin Love.
• Speaks about personal struggles with mental health.
• Anxiety attack experience
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfEOl-CaTAE
• Tyson Fury, World Heavyweight boxing champion.
• Spoke upon verge of suicide and the stigma behind
mental health.

9. SUMMARY AND REFLECTION
• Mental Health is real and is an invisible disease!
• Many people do die and can affect those around them.
• It is a global problem and deserves more awareness.
• Schools, work, home, and outside places are all prone areas to develop poor mental
health.
• People may deal with mental health and you will not know.
• Celebrities and athletes are all victims of mental health.
• Speak out to help others and yourself, it can help save lives!

10. REFERENCES
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