Mental Health: Dimensions of Self-Esteem and Emotional Well-Being

Each chapter concludes with "Summary," "Discussion Questions," and "References." All chapters, except 12, also conclude with "Related Websites." Acknowledgements. Preface. 1. Holistic Mental Health. The Health of Human Beings. The Complex Nature of Human Health. The Scope of Mental Health. The Influence of Mental Health in Human Living. 2. Characteristics of People Who Are Mentally Healthy. Experiences with People Who Are Mentally Healthy. National Mental Health Association. Describing Mental Health. Ten Characteristics of People Who Are Mentally Healthy. Recognition of Mental Health Characteristics. Self-Assessment. 3. Emotional Well-Being. What Is Emotion? The Physiology of Emotions. The Psychology of Emotions. Integrated Analysis of Three Emotions. Achieving Emotional Well-Being. 4. Mental and Emotional Problems. Behavior Pathology Defined, Described. Impulse-Control Disorders. Eating Disorders. Problems with Alcohol and Other Drugs. Sleep Disorders. Personality Disorders. Anxiety Disorders. Mood Disorders. 5. Self-Esteem. Self-Esteem: A Solid Foundation. Concepts Related to Self-Esteem. Changes in Self-Esteem. Give Yourself a Little Credit. Accurate Self-Assessment. Regular Tune-Ups. Self-Esteem and Mental Functioning. Self-Assessment: Improving Self-Esteem. Techniques, Exercises, and Esteem Enhancers.