Mental health encompasses our psychological, emotional and social well-being. Poor mental health can negatively affect how we think, feel, and act which has an impact on how we handle stress, relate to others, and navigate life.
Mental illnesses are among the most common health conditions in the U.S.–one in five Americans (52 million people) will experience a mental illness in a given year. While there is no single cause, many factors can put someone at greater risk for mental illness: