Mental Literacy

Mental literacy refers to the ability to understand, manage, and communicate about mental health and emotional well-being effectively. It involves recognizing mental health issues, understanding how emotions influence thoughts and behaviors, and knowing how to seek help or support others. Essentially, it empowers individuals to navigate their own mental landscapes with awareness and resilience, similar to how literacy in reading or math enables better life functioning. Developing mental literacy promotes healthier attitudes toward mental health, reduces stigma, and encourages proactive strategies for maintaining mental and emotional balance.