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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During his arraignment June 5, a judge halted court proceedings and directed Gledhill’s case to a court that specializes in mental health evaluations.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026
They said features like autoplay and infinite scroll are designed "with the aim of increasing profits at the expense of the mental health of our youth".
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
The paper reviews research linking regular exercise to a wide range of health benefits, including a lower risk of death, better mental health, stronger cognitive function, and greater resistance to age-related decline.
From Science Daily • Jun. 23, 2026
Gatlin and Wright were also worried about the twins’ mental health.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 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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