Mental Health & Well-being in Adolescence PDF

 What makes you happy? When are you happy? Happiness and wellness are major concepts that caught the interest of researchers, psychologists, and philosophers across centuries. HAPPINESS WELLNESS In this pursuit, researchers found that happiness and welln...

 What makes you happy? When are you happy? Happiness and wellness are major concepts that caught the interest of researchers, psychologists, and philosophers across centuries. HAPPINESS WELLNESS In this pursuit, researchers found that happiness and wellness (a good life) are only parts of a bigger concept: well-being. WELL - BEING  In understanding well-being, there were two approaches that emerged. 1. Hedonic well-being. The basic premise for hedonic well-being is that happiness could be achieved through decreased pain and with a consequent increase in pleasure. 2. Eudaimonic well-being. From the Greek philosopher, Aristotle, came the concept of eudaimonia. It is rooted from the word daimon, which means true nature. In eudaimonic well-being, happiness is attained when people have discovered and experienced their purpose in life.  Dr. Carol Ryff defined the six facets or components of psychological well-being: 01 Self- Positive02 relations 03 with other acceptance Autonomy people level of positive opinion capacity to decide, pursue and acceptance towards healthy relationship and take action to personal yourself. with others is beliefs, convictions, and goals. emphasized. 04 05 in Purpose 06 Personal Environmental life growth mastery ability to define, pursue, ability to develop and realize ability to be able to and act on your life your potentials, passions, and adapt for your benefit purpose talents and the people around Factors that may affect psychological well-being Sociodemographic Age and factors 01 02 Gender Socioeconomic Level 03 04 Health Biological factor 05 06 Personality factor Understanding the Concept of Mental Health  What is MENTAL HEALTH?  According to Hales (2012), it is the capacity to think rationally and logically to cope with life’s transitions, stress, traumas, in a way that allow stability and growth.  It is a state of emotional and psychological well-being in which an individual is able to use his/her cognitive and emotional capabilities to function in society, and meet the ordinary demands of life (Tria, Gaerlan, & Limpingco, 2013)  6 factors that may cause or contribute to poor or decreased mental health condition in adolescents Peer Bullying Rejection Adverse (Social, Physical, Verbal, and Traumatic Cyberbullying) Events in Death of childhood someone close to you Conflict and Post conflict Socioeconom scenarios ic  Signs and Symptoms of Poor Mental Health  Personality Changes. This can manifest in observable behaviors that has not been done or is not usually exhibited, and/or if you are not acting or feeling the same.  Emotional changes. Observable forms of anxiety, anger (aggressive behaviors) and prolonged sadness that are uncharacteristic to you are cause of alarm that may be due to your low mental health condition.  Social withdrawal and isolation. it becomes a concern if you have been withdrawing or isolating more than the usual and for an extended period of time. Development of negative attitudes and opinions towards others can also be observed. Lack of self-care. Observable diminished attention on your personal hygiene. Problem with sleep. This can be manifested in the inability to sleep, waking up in the middle of the night. Risky behaviors. Indicative lack of concern of your health and well- being. These risky behaviors can be excessive drinking and smoking, drug use, and doing self-injurious activities. Sense of hopelessness or feeling overwhelmed. Lack of hope or giving-up in life is a major cause of concern. This may indicate various emotional and psychological disturbances which should be closely looked at. Prominent physical symptoms Emotional and psychological problems can also be manifested in the body. This can be in the form of unexplained headaches, dizziness, digestive problems, palpitations, and other unexplained symptoms. Decline in academic performance Low mental health can also be reflected on your academic performance. A sudden decline in academic performance is a warning sign. Ways of achieving Psychological Well- being and Mental Health  Good Understandin Be sensitive Communicati g of Mental and attentive on Health to others An open and non- Disorders judgemental tone of Being well-informed, you Allow you to become conversation is understand that more aware of your crucial for mental health conditions behaviors and patterns communicating are not permanent and of action. effectively. Talking can be addressed about one’s problem properly and may help you reflect and attended to over time. ease one’s tension. Understanding and accepting ones personal, uniqueness, and individuality Having a positive regard for oneself Having a wonderful self Embracing meaningful universal human values  Can sustain close relationship with other people Mentally Healthy Applies values in Individual himself/herself Can perform his duty/responsibilities  When it’s okay not to be okay and when it is not okay to be not okay?