A. Mental health is how you think, feel, and act in order to face life's situations. Mental health includes things like handling stress, relating to other people, and making decisions. And like many physical aspects of your health, it develops as you get older. Everyone has mental health. Mental health ranges from good to not so good and even to poor.
Many people experience mental health problems at some time during their lives.
A. Mental health problems are real. They affect your thoughts, body, feelings, and behavior. Mental health problems can be severe and can lead to school failure, loss of friends, or family problems. A. Mental health problems in young people are caused by biology, environment, or a mix of both. If young people are exposed to violence, loss of important people, abuse, or neglect, then they are more likely to be at risk for mental health problems.