Kinesiology 2276F/G Lecture : Kinesiology 2276F/G ch 12.docx

• School: Western University
• Department: Kinesiology
• Course: Kinesiology 2276F/G
• Professor: Craig Hall

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Mental health: state of successful performance of mental function, resulting in productive activities, fulfilling relationships with other people, and the ability to adapt to change and to cope with adversity (ushdds, 1994) Mental illness: refers collectively to all diagnosable mental disorders. Mental disorder: health conditions that are characterized by altered thinking, mood or behavior associated with distress and/or impaired functioning (ushdds, 1994: ex. Signs and symptoms of insufficient intensity or duration to meet criteria for mental disorders. Symptoms are sufficient enough to potentially warrant active efforts in health promotion, prevention and treatment. Continuum of mental illness, mental health problems, and mental health. Mood disturbances: influences mood regulation beyond the usual variations. Persistent low mood and inability to find enjoyment in activities. Lack of motivation to begin or continue activities. Disability adjusted life years (dalys: estimate of the years of healthy life lost to premature death and years lived with a severe disability (ex.