Practice Question
Which of the following is true regarding mental health and mental illness?
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Correct Answer:
In most cases, mental health is a state of emotional, psychological, and social wellness evidenced by satisfying interpersonal relationships, effective behavior and coping, positive self-concept, and emotional stability.
Rationale:
💠 Definition: Mental health involves emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting how people think, feel, and act.
💠 Characteristics: A mentally healthy person shows effective coping, meaningful relationships, self-respect, and emotional balance.
💠 Cultural Context: Mental health and illness exist on a continuum, influenced by cultural and societal norms.
💠 Misconception: Engaging in fantasies or imaginative thought is normal and not a sign of mental illness.
💠 Clinical View: Determining mental illness requires evaluating functionality, distress, and cultural acceptability, not single behaviors.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🧠Mental Health©
- Answer Choices: 4