What is WHOs definition of health - Answers A state of completely physical, mental and social well-being
and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
What is WHOs definition of mental health - Answers A state of well-being in which every individual
realises their potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life and is abel to manage them in a healthy
way, can work productively and is able to contribute to their community.
What is mental illness characterised by - Answers The behaviours, thought and emotions that
significantly impair work, study or social functioning.
Define mental illness - Answers A health problem diagnosed according to standardised criteria. Usually
investigating the symptoms that the person reports, observing behaviours and evidence from family
members etc.
Define mental health problem - Answers Interferes with how a person thinks, feels and behaves but to a
lesser extend than a diagnosed mental illness.
What % of Australians experiences hgih or very high levels of psychological distress in 2021 - Answers
15%
How many Australians of all ages experience a mental or behavioural condition - Answers One in five.
Younger are more liekly to experience it.
What is the most commonly diagnosed mental illness in Australia - Answers Anxiety disorders then
depression and substance use disorders.
Define protective factors in relation to mental health - Answers They reduce the likelihood of poor
mental health. They are strengths or assets.
List some risk factors for children and teenagers for poor mental health - Answers Homelessness, screen
time, chronic illness, obesity, refugee, maternal illness.
List some protective factors for children and teenagers in regards to mental health - Answers Physical
activity, positive family functioning, social support, community support.
List some risk factors for poor mental health in young adults - Answers Social isolation, homelessness,
sexual minority, cyberbullying.
List some protective factors for mental health in young adults - Answers Physical activity, strong social
relationships
List some risk factors for poor mental health in adults - Answers Social isolation, unemployment,
economic inequality, homelessness, caregiving, physical health conditions, stressful events, sexual
minority.