MENTAL-HEALTH-AND-WELL-BEING
Mental Health and Well-Being in Middle and Late Adolescence
Objectives
Identify different concepts of mental health and well-being.
Learn the five steps for improving mental health and well-being.
Explain the importance of mental health and well-being.
Page 4: Concepts of Mental Health and Well-Being
Introduction to various concepts and definitions of mental health and well-being.
Page 5: What is Mental Health?
Definition by US National Institute of Health:
Involves emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
Affects thinking, feeling, and acting; coping with life.
Influences handling stress, relationships, and decision-making.
Important throughout life stages: childhood, adolescence, adulthood.
Page 6: Mental Health Definition (Continued)
1999 US Surgeon General's Report:
Defines mental health as successful mental function.
Leads to productive activities, fulfilling relationships, adaptability to change, and coping with diversity.
Page 7: What is Well-Being?
Merriam Webster definition:
A state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous.
Page 8: Cultural Perspectives on Mental Health
WHO’s World Health Report (2001):
Mental health definitions vary across cultures and by different experts.
Page 9: Six Concepts of Mental Health
Broad categories that encompass understanding mental health.
Page 10: Subjective Well-Being
Definition: Personal thoughts and feelings about one’s overall state.
Mental health tied to positive self-concept interpretations.
Page 11: Indicators of Subjective Well-Being
Characteristics include:
High level of positive affect.
Low level of negative affect.
High degree of life satisfaction.
Page 12: Perceived Self-Efficacy
Definition:
Perception of value, worth, and effectiveness in tasks.
Anchors mental health to self-worth and self-esteem.
Page 13: Autonomy
Definition:
Capacity to define identity separately from significant others.
Involves self-direction and role identity.
Page 14: Lack of Autonomy
Characteristics of clingy individuals may include:
Statements like "I can't live without you" and "Without you, I am nothing."
Page 15: Competence
Definition:
Relation to self-esteem and identity.
Perception of one's capability and effectiveness in activities.
Page 16: Intergenerational Dependence
Definition:
Relationships across generations providing mutual support (financial, emotional).
Page 17: Empty Nest Phenomena
Concept where parents may feel alone after children grow and leave home.
Page 18: Self-Actualization
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs:
Self-actualization is the peak; fulfillment doesn't require sequential progression.
Page 19: Mental Health and Well-Being Model
Developed by Witmer and Sweeney (1991).
Page 20: Essence of Spirituality
Definition:
Knowing and celebrating one’s core self.
Page 21: Work and Leisure
Importance of finding meaning in activities and enjoying them.
Page 22: Friendship
Role of relationships in personal growth and development.
Page 23: Love
The importance of self-love and loving others for mental well-being.
Page 24: Self-Direction
Being guided by personal values and principles.
Page 25: Wheel of Wellness
Components of wellness by Witmer and Sweeney (1991) modified in 2000:
12 Subtasks identified for holistic well-being.
Page 26: Wheel of Wellness Components
Sense of Worth
Sense of Control
Realistic Beliefs
Emotional Awareness and Coping
Problem Solving and Creativity
Sense of Humor
Page 27: Additional Components
Nutrition
Physical Exercise
Self-Care
Stress Management
Gender Identity
Cultural Identity
Note on cultural relevance to Filipino context.
Page 28: Challenges to Mental Health and Well-Being
Overview of mental health challenges faced by adolescents.
Page 29: Mental Health Problems
Description: short-term changes in thoughts, feelings, behaviors affecting well-being and productivity.
Page 30: Definition of Mental Illness
Recognized diagnosable disorders requiring medical attention.
Characteristics include distress and impaired functioning.
Page 31: Adolescent Population Statistics
20% of total population aged 10-19 years amounts to about one billion adolescents globally (WHO, 2014).
Page 32: Global Mental Health Challenges
Enumeration of mental health challenges faced by adolescents.
Page 33: Conduct Disorder
Definition:
Serious emotional and behavioral disorder evident in children and teens.
Page 34: Symptoms of Conduct Disorder
Examples include:
Bullying, hurting animals, vandalism, theft, arson.
Page 37: Anxiety
Feeling of worry, tension, or fear about potential future events.
Page 39: Depression
WHO definition:
Prolonged depressed mood or loss of interest affecting life aspects, including relationships.
Page 41: Eating Disorders
Overview of behavioral conditions with significant disturbance in eating behaviors.
Page 43: Substance Use
Definition of substance use that is not classified as dependency.
Page 44: Support for Mental Health
Five steps to improve mental health and well-being as per NHS UK.
Page 46: Step 1: Connect
Importance of developing relationships with family and friends.
Page 47: Step 2: Be Active
Engage in physical activities that generate positive wellness.
Page 48: Step 3: Keep Learning
Encouragement to learn new skills for a sense of achievement.
Page 49: Step 4: Give to Others
Benefits of giving and volunteering for mental health.
Page 50: Step 5: Take Notice
Importance of mindfulness and awareness of the present moment.
Page 51: Stages of Grief
Reference to Kübler-Ross Model (1965).
Page 53: Summary
Emphasis on the importance of stress management techniques for a balanced life.