mental health
Americannoun
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psychological well-being and satisfactory adjustment to society and to the ordinary demands of life.
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the field of medicine concerned with the maintenance or achievement of such well-being and adjustment.
Etymology
Origin of mental health
First recorded in 1825–35
Example Sentences
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In Boone, Iowa, Zachary Stier has spent 15 years making the Ericson Public Library a place of connection, literacy and mental health support.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
The nonprofit organization’s emphasis is on mental health awareness.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
“Under President Trump’s leadership, we are accelerating the research, approval, and responsible access to promising mental health treatments,” Kennedy said, pointing specifically to ibogaine.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
But experts say staffing requirements are driven by complexity rather than numbers, as more women present with diabetes, obesity, or mental health conditions.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Several former foster parents admitted to being very frustrated by Avery because they weren't equipped to deal with his serious mental health problems.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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