Mental health: Ways to maintain positive mental health

Info source: http://www.mentalhealth.gov/basics/what-is-mental-health/index.html

Mental Health and Wellness

Positive mental health allows people to:

• Realize their full potential
• Cope with the stresses of life
• Work productively
• Make meaningful contributions to their communities

Ways to maintain positive mental health include:

• Getting professional help if you need it
• Connecting with others
• Staying positive
• Getting physically active
• Helping others
• Getting enough sleep
• Developing coping skills

Learn More About Mental Health

• The importance of prevention and wellness
• What communities can do to promote wellness (PDF - 500 KB)
• The importance of mental health and wellness for individuals with mental health problems