One of the widely accepted definitions of health defines it as a state of physical and mental well being that enables us all to achieve our individual and societal goal. Therefore, health is not only a physical state of well-being but it also encompasses an individual’s mental health status. Individuals with positive mental health are able to have positive relationships with each other and the community, provide a support network for handling stress and life problems, can realize their full potential and work productively. Having all the aforementioned qualities not only promote the well being of the population, it also contributes to creating a healthy community that is productive. (H.H.S)
Research is showing that an increasing number of people are suffering from poor mental health as a result of various mental illnesses. The most common ones include depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s. “According to the World Health Organization, unipolar depression was the third most important cause of disease burden worldwide in 2004. Unipolar depression is at first place among mental illnesses in middle- and high-income countries.” (WHO) As the report show’s mental …show more content…
As part of the increased access to mental health service, the plan will also focus on providing informative and easy to understand education communities. Especially to low income and poverty stricken families who have shown increased tendencies to develop substance dependence. By Intervening early and providing health education to students staring at the lowest level about the negative effects of high-risk behaviors such as tobacco, alcohol, drug use and risky sexual behavior we can reduce their exposure and encourage them to seek healthier options to engage in. Which in turn will develop positive mental well being that is essential to over all health. (Surgeon
Research is showing that an increasing number of people are suffering from poor mental health as a result of various mental illnesses. The most common ones include depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s. “According to the World Health Organization, unipolar depression was the third most important cause of disease burden worldwide in 2004. Unipolar depression is at first place among mental illnesses in middle- and high-income countries.” (WHO) As the report show’s mental …show more content…
As part of the increased access to mental health service, the plan will also focus on providing informative and easy to understand education communities. Especially to low income and poverty stricken families who have shown increased tendencies to develop substance dependence. By Intervening early and providing health education to students staring at the lowest level about the negative effects of high-risk behaviors such as tobacco, alcohol, drug use and risky sexual behavior we can reduce their exposure and encourage them to seek healthier options to engage in. Which in turn will develop positive mental well being that is essential to over all health. (Surgeon