Mental Health & Psychology

hopeful and confident that good things will happen in the future

Staying optimistic can help you cope with setbacks.

a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome

She felt a wave of anxiety before the exam.

to deal successfully with a difficult situation or emotion

He struggled to cope with the pressure of his new job.

a mental health condition marked by persistent sadness and loss of interest in daily life

Many young people experience depression without seeking help.

the practice of paying full attention to the present moment in a calm, non-judgemental way

The teacher introduced mindfulness exercises to help students relax.

the ability to recover quickly from difficulties or setbacks

Her resilience helped her bounce back after losing her job.

confidence in one's own worth or abilities

Constant criticism can damage a child's self-esteem.

a strong feeling of disapproval that most people in a society have about something

There is still a stigma attached to talking about mental illness.

a state of mental or emotional strain caused by demanding circumstances

Work-related stress is one of the main causes of burnout.

a trained professional who helps people deal with mental or emotional problems

She began seeing a therapist after months of feeling low.

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that has a lasting psychological effect

The accident left him with a lasting sense of trauma.

having such a large amount of something to deal with that it becomes hard to cope

She felt overwhelmed by the number of deadlines she had to meet.

a state of physical and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged stress

Working long hours without a break can lead to burnout.

relating to the mental processes of thinking, understanding, and learning

Regular exercise is linked to better cognitive function.

the way someone notices, understands, or interprets something

His perception of the situation changed after he heard her side of the story.

the state of being separated from other people, often causing feelings of loneliness

Prolonged isolation can have a negative effect on mental health.

a clear understanding of one's own personality, feelings, and motives

Keeping a journal can improve your self-awareness over time.

extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

The counsellor could see the distress on the student's face.

to focus one's mind quietly in order to relax or achieve mental clarity

He meditates for twenty minutes every morning to clear his mind.

to think deeply and repeatedly about something, often something troubling

She tends to ruminate over small mistakes long after they happen.

to relax after a period of work or stress

Listening to music helps her unwind after a long day.

to tell someone about a personal problem or secret, trusting them to keep it private

It helps to confide in a close friend when you feel troubled.

to make an attitude, belief, or feeling part of one's own way of thinking without realising it

Children can internalise the stress they see in their parents.

to try to find logical reasons to explain or justify one's feelings or behaviour

He tried to rationalise his fear instead of confronting it.

to separate oneself emotionally from a situation or feeling

It can be healthy to detach yourself from other people's negativity.

easily annoyed or made angry, especially over small things

Lack of sleep often makes people irritable.

unable to stop oneself from doing something, even when it causes harm

Compulsive checking of social media can increase anxiety.

easily hurt emotionally or in need of special care and protection

Sharing your feelings can make you feel vulnerable at first.