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Mental health LO1 Introduction By looking at various sources of information, it is the aim of the author to define the terms 'mental health' and 'mental illness'. The author will also look at the relationship between mental health and mental illness. The author will then go on to look at the various types of mental illnesses, giving examples and discussing any issues that this may create. Mental health In order to understand the term 'mental illness' we first have to understand what is meant by mental health. Mental health, like general health, is not just the absence of illness (Seedhouse, 2002). There are many different definitions of mental health and these are influenced by individual experiences and expectations, as well as by cultural and religious beliefs. Mental health influences how we think and feel, about ourselves and others and how we interpret events. It affects our capacity to learn, to communicate, and to...

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