What is mental health?

Mental health is about how you feel, think, and act.

Our mental health affects how we handle stress, how we relate to others, and make decisions.

Good mental health helps you deal with the demands and stress of everyday life and stay balanced emotionally.

What is mental illness?

Mental illness is when someone has problems with their thoughts, feelings, or behaviour that make it hard to cope with daily life, like going to school or hanging out with friends.

It happens because of a mix of things like genes, environment, and life experiences.

It’s not a choice or a sign of weakness, and anyone can experience it.

Mental illnesses can be diagnosed by healthcare professionals, and with help, people can recovery.