What influences Mental Health and Wellbeing?

Mental health is a complex issue influenced by many factors. For children, these might include situations such as: peer pressure, self-esteem, sexuality and gender, ethnic identity and racial prejudice, body image, traumatic events, difficulties with friends, school pressures, family issues, relationships, bullying, physical illness, world issues and social media.

Although most people have resilience, those who are exposed to adverse circumstances; including poverty, violence, disability and inequality, are at higher risk of developing a mental health condition.

The ability to know yourself well, take care of yourself mentally, spiritually and physically, is vital to cope with everyday challenges and constant change.

Resources

Whose mind is it anyway - Lisa and Franco Esile

When the body says no - Gabor Maté