What is Mental Health and Wellbeing?
Mental Health refers to our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It encompasses how we think, feel, act, manage stress, relate to ourselves and others, and make choices. Good mental health is about having the ability to enjoy life and cope with its challenges.
Wellbeing is a broader concept that includes mental health but extends to the physical, social, and emotional aspects of our lives. It’s about feeling and functioning well in the different areas of our lives, such as relationships, work, and leisure.
Mental health and wellbeing are interconnected and may be influenced by a variety of factors, including our life experiences, family history, social, cultural, and environmental factors, individual choices, and our physical health.
Practices like self-care, seeking support when needed, maintaining healthy relationships, and engaging in things that are meaningful and important to us can contribute to our overall mental health and wellbeing.
For further information on wellbeing and helpful tips and resources visit Every Mind Matters.
Experiencing mental health difficulties is more common than we think. Sometimes concerns about where to get help, stigma, and the impact on our lives can stand in the way of seeking support. Problems with mental health can be confusing and worrying to ourselves and others, but seeking help early, getting the right support, and developing a greater understanding will help.
The following links provide information about mental health, different conditions, support, and help from various sources:
NHS Information and Support about Mental Health
National Mental Health charities: