Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

It affects how we think, feel,

and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health
is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. What causes
mental health among students?There are a number of factors at play, including academic pressure,
financial stress, uncertainty about which major or career route students pursue, more social media use,
and a lower stigma associated with getting help. mental health problems can cause people to be
alienated from their peers because of perceived unattractive personality traits or behaviors. They can
also cause anger, fear, sadness and feelings of helplessness if the person does not know or understand
what is happening.

For example, the following factors could potentially result in a period of poor mental health:

childhood abuse, trauma, or neglectsocial isolation or lonelinessexperiencing discrimination and stigma,

including racismsocial disadvantage, poverty or debtbereavement (losing someone close to you)severe
or long-term stresshaving a long-term physical health conditionunemployment or losing your
jobhomelessness or poor housingbeing a long-term carer for someonedrug and alcohol misusedomestic
violence, bullying or other abuse as an adultsignificant trauma as an adult, such as military combat,
being involved in a serious incident in which you feared for your life, or being the victim of a violent
crimephysical causes – for example, a head injury or a neurological condition such as epilepsy can have

sometimes there are people na aware sla sa sarili nila na may problem sla sa kanilang mental health but
natatakot mag patingin sa mga doctor or psychiatrist kumbaga . kasi yung ibang tao pag sinabing mag
papatingin ka sa psychiatrist sasabihin baliw kana ,dto na papasok yung mental health stigma.

Stigma and discrimination can contribute to worsening symptoms and reduced likelihood of
getting treatment. A recent extensive review of research found that self-stigma leads to
negative effects on recovery among people diagnosed with severe mental illnesses.

Things to improve our mental health

1. Value yourself:
Treat yourself with kindness and respect, and avoid self-criticism. Make time for your
hobbies and favorite projects, or broaden your horizons. Always seek for a new hobies
2. Take care of your body:
Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health. Be sure to eat healthy
foods, have a physical exercise. Always remember you are what you eat

3. Surround yourself with good people:

People with strong family or social connections are generally healthier than those who lack
a support network. Make plans with supportive family members and friends, or seek out
activities where you can meet new people, such as a club, class or support group.
4. Give yourself:
Volunteer your time and energy to help someone else. You'll feel good about doing
something tangible to help someone in need — and it's a great way to meet new people.
5. Learn how to deal with stress:
Like it or not, stress is a part of life. Practice good coping skills: Try One-Minute Stress
Strategies, exercise, take a nature walk, play with your pet or try journal writing as a stress
reducer. Also, remember to smile and see the humor in life. Research shows that laughter
can boost your immune system, ease pain, relax your body and reduce stress.
6. Quiet your mind:
Try meditating, Mindfulness and/or prayer. Relaxation exercises and prayer can improve
your state of mind and outlook on life. In fact, research shows that meditation may help
you feel calm and enhance the effects of therapy.
7. Set realistic goals:
Decide what you want to achieve academically, professionally and personally, and write
down the steps you need to realize your goals. Aim high, but be realistic and don't over-
schedule. You'll enjoy a tremendous sense of accomplishment and self-worth as you
progress toward your goal. 
8. Break up the monotony:
Although our routines make us more efficient and enhance our feelings of security and
safety, a little change of pace can perk up a tedious schedule. Alter your jogging route, plan
a road-trip, take a walk in a different park, hang some new pictures or try a new
restaurant..
9. Avoid alcohol and other drugs:
Keep alcohol use to a minimum and avoid other drugs. Sometimes people use alcohol and
other drugs to "self-medicate" but in reality, alcohol and other drugs only aggravate
problems. For more information,
10. Get help when you need it:
Seeking help is a sign of strength — not a weakness. And it is important to remember that
treatment is effective. People who get appropriate care can recover from mental illness and
addiction and lead full, rewarding lives.

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