The presentation by April Jeane T. Ligtas explains the concepts of health and wellness, emphasizing that health encompasses physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. It elaborates on the importance of mental health for overall functioning, differentiating between mental health as a state of well-being and mental illness as a diagnosable condition. Additionally, the presentation outlines characteristics of mentally healthy adolescents, potential triggers for mental disorders, warning signs, and common misconceptions about mental health.

1. MENTAL HEALTH
Created by APRIL JEANE T. LIGTAS
A PRESENTATION ABOUT

2. •What is Health and Wellness?
• The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health
as the state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
and not just merely the absence of disease. Having a good
health enables a person to lead a socially and economically
productive life.
• Wellness is the quality of life or state of being healthy
physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, spiritually. A healthy
and balanced mind, body, and spirit translate into good well-
being.

3. What is Health?

4. Health is the state of complete physical, mental, emotional, social and moral -spiritual well -
being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
THE INTERPLAY AMONG THE HEALTH DIMENTIONS

5. What is Mental Health?

6. Mental Health: Refers to our cognitive, behavioral, and
emotional well-being. It is about how we think, feel, and behave.
Mental health affects daily living, relationships, and physical
health.
Importance: Good mental health is vital for overall well-being. It
helps people handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy
choices.

7. • Mental Health vs. Mental Illness:
Mental Health: A state of well-being in which an individual
realizes their abilities, can cope with normal stresses, work
productively, and contribute to their community.
Mental Illness: A diagnosable condition that affects a
person’s thinking, emotional state, and behavior, disrupting
their ability to work or carry out daily activities.

11. Characteristics of a Mentally Healthy
Adolescent
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1. Positive Self-Esteem: Feels good about themselves.
2. Emotional Stability: Can handle emotions without getting overwhelmed.
3. Resilience: Bounces back from setbacks.
4. Healthy Relationships: Maintains good relationships with others.
5. Effective Communication: Expresses themselves clearly and listens to
others.
6. Empathy: Understands and cares about others' feelings.
7. Healthy Lifestyle: Eats well, exercises regularly, and gets enough sleep.
8. Responsible Decision-Making: Makes thoughtful and responsible choices.

12. Characteristics of a Mentally Healthy Adolescent
9.Active Participation: Engages in activities and hobbies they enjoy.
10. Problem-Solving Skills: Can find solutions to challenges.
11. Seeks Help When Needed: Knows when to ask for support from
others.
12. Stress Management: Uses healthy ways to manage stress.
13. Sense of Identity: Knows who they are and what they value.
14. Adaptability: Can adjust to changes and new situations.
15. Self-Efficacy: Believes in their ability to succeed.
16. Ethical Behavior: Acts in a morally responsible way.
17. Respect for Others: Treats others with kindness and consideration

13. •If stress is prolonged and you are not able to
manage it well, you may develop a mental
illness;
Mental Illness is a disorder that disrupts thinking,
feeling, mood, behavior and impairs daily
functioning. Triggers are events, conditions or
situations that may “activate” a person’s tendency
to experience symptoms of mental disorders.

14. Triggers:
• childhood abuse
• trauma or neglect
• social isolation
• experiencing discrimination
• poverty/debt
• bereavement (losing someone close on you)

15. •Warning Signs:
•• feeling sad or down
•• excessive fears or worries
•• extreme mood changes
•• significant tiredness
•• problems sleeping
•• suicidal thinking

16. •Common Misconceptions:
Mental health issues are rare. (Reality: They are
common and affect many people at some point in
their lives.)
People with mental health problems can "snap out
of it" if they try hard enough. (Reality: Mental
health disorders are medical conditions that often
require treatment.)

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