bem-estar mental

[bɛ̃ ɛs.ta.ˈɾ mɛ̃.ˈtaw]

nounmasculinepl: bem-estares mentais

mental health; mental well-being

1. A state of psychological and emotional well-being characterized by the absence of mental illness and the presence of positive psychological functioning

Regular exercise contributes significantly to mental well-being.

O exercício regular contribui significativamente para o bem-estar mental.

2. The overall condition of a person's psychological and emotional state, including resilience, life satisfaction, and ability to cope with stress

Mental health awareness programs promote bem-estar mental in schools.

Programas de conscientização sobre saúde mental promovem bem-estar mental nas escolas.

NYC Slang

mental health; good headspace

Synonyms

saúde mental equilíbrio psicológico bem-estar psicológico saúde emocional

Antonyms

doença mental transtorno mental sofrimento psicológico desequilíbrio mental

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

bem-estar mental

Standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

bem-estar mental; saúde mental

Both terms commonly used in professional and casual contexts

Rio de Janeiro

bem-estar mental

Standard usage, often used in healthcare contexts

Portugal

bem-estar mental; saúde mental

Both terms equally accepted; saúde mental slightly more formal

Related Idioms & Phrases

cuidar do bem-estar mental (to take care of one's mental health)

estar bem mentalmente (to be mentally well)

comprometer o bem-estar mental (to compromise mental well-being)

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