Mental Health A Global Crisis - 1599 Words

Mental Health: A Global Crisis Mental Health is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as â€Å"a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community (WHO, 2014).† Any deviation from that definition constitutes a mental health issue. It is important to note that mental health issues do not necessarily constitute a mental disorder. Mental disorders are characterized by a diagnosable deviation from typical behavior. Mental illness significantly interrupts a person’s social, cognitive and behavioral abilities (Hunter Institute of Mental Health (HIMH), 2016). These disorders range in their severity and manifestations. Some common mental disorders include: depression, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder. 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