mental health
3 synonyms for mental health, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person's emotional and psychological wellbeing, including how they cope with stress, relate to other people and handle everyday demands.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
emotional wellbeing
psychological health
mental wellbeing
How to use mental health
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
mental health problems
poor mental health
mental health services
mental health awareness
look after your mental health
Neutral and standard in everyday, clinical and policy use.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between mental health and mental illness?
Everyone has mental health, in the way everyone has physical health, and it can be good or poor at different times. Mental illness refers to specific diagnosable conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia.
Is it correct to say someone 'has mental health issues'?
Yes, it is the standard neutral phrasing. Saying someone 'has mental health' as a euphemism for being unwell is not standard English, since good mental health is the healthy state.
What are examples of good mental health?
Sleeping and eating reasonably well, being able to concentrate, keeping up relationships, coping with ordinary setbacks, and being able to feel a normal range of emotions rather than being numb or overwhelmed.
