By Ojjaswi
in 
Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It’s about how you drive, not where you’re going.
Although there is no universally accepted definition of mental health, it may be defined as a state of well-being in which an individual realizes their abilities, can cope with the everyday stresses of life, can work productively, and can contribute to his or her community. Mental health plays a key role in our day-to-day lives. Past experiences, hormonal changes, life experiences etc. affect our mental health. Today’s youth is mainly concerned with physical health but don’t know the significance of mental health. Mental fitness implies a state of psychological well-being. The way we physically fall sick, we can also fall sick mentally. Mental illness is the instability of one’s health, which includes changes in emotion, thinking, and behaviour. Mental illness can be caused due to stress, genetic factors, child abuse or trauma, poor physical health condition, etc. Mental illness is curable. One can seek help from the experts in this particular area or can overcome this illness by positive thinking and changing their lifestyle.
The mind is one of the most powerful organs in the body, regulating the functioning of all other organs. When our minds are unstable, they affect the whole functioning of our bodies. Being both physically and emotionally fit is the key to success in all aspects of life. People should be aware of the consequences of mental illness and must give utmost importance to keeping the mind healthy, like the way the physical body is kept healthy. So, it is crucial for everyone to work towards achieving a balance between mental and physical well-being and get the necessary help when either of them falters.
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