mental health

noun

1. psychological well-being and satisfactory adjustment to society and to the ordinary demands of life.
2. the field of medicine concerned with the maintenance or achievement of such well-being and adjustment.

Word History and Origins

Origin of mental health¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

“Blocking access to care is associated with worse mental health outcomes – perhaps as we would expect if we blocked access to health care for any group of people.”

From Salon

Her life derailed, she was taken in by mental health services, misdiagnosed as having a mental illness, given medication and therapy.

From BBC

The centre opened 16 years ago as a retirement home, according to local reports, but has since specialised in care for residents with mental health problems.

From BBC

McDonnell said he is considering expanding programs where officers work with clinicians in mental health teams.

From Los Angeles Times

Sir David says he expects “absolute transparency” about what students are getting in return for fees, whether on contact hours or important services such as mental health support.

From BBC

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