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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is “a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community” (World Health Organization. Mental health: a state of well-being Updated August 2014).
- Personal autonomy and independence.
- A sense of identity.
- Feelings of personal worth.
- Skilled interpersonal communication.
- Sensitivity, nurturance and trust.
- Genuine and honest with self and others.
- Self-control and personal responsibility.
- Committed and loving personal relationships.
- Capacity to forgive others and oneself.
- Personal values and a purpose in life.
- Self-awareness and motivation for personal growth.
- Adaptive coping strategies for managing stresses and crises.
- Fulfillment and satisfaction in work.
- Good habits in physical health.
(Source-adapted from Bergin, 1991, Block, 2006)
Positive reinforcement helps to speed up and reinforce the learning of new behavior patterns.
This report is not a diagnosis. We hope this information can guide you toward improving your life.
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