mental health
noun
1
: the condition of being sound mentally and emotionally that is characterized by the absence of mental illness and by adequate adjustment especially as reflected in feeling comfortable about oneself, positive feelings about others, and the ability to meet the demands of daily life
also
: the general condition of one's mental and emotional state
2
: health care dealing with the promotion and improvement of mental health and the treatment of mental illness
—often used before another noun
mental health professionals
a mental health clinic
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Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 June 2025
Meanwhile, public conversations around mental health, aging, and neurodiversity have evolved.
—Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
The company considers key indicators of personal health, including smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, rates of obesity, and people's access and proximity to health care facilities, including gyms, doctors, and mental health practitioners.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2025
Like therapeutic diversion units, step-down units provide people with services to treat mental health problems and develop skills, from social interaction skills to job and educational skills, Schwade said.
—Gavin Off, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025
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“Mental health.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mental%20health. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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mental health
noun1
: the condition of being sound mentally and emotionally that is characterized by the absence of mental illness and by adequate adjustment especially as reflected in feeling comfortable about oneself, having positive feelings about others, and being able to meet the demands of daily life
also
: the general condition of one's mental and emotional state
Finding the flexibility and balance that is required for good mental health is a challenge we all face. —Christy Turlington, Psychology Today
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: health care dealing with the promotion and improvement of mental health and the treatment of mental illness : mental hygiene
—often used before another noun
mental health professionals
a mental health clinic
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