mental health

[/ˈmɛntəl hɛlθ/]

noun

saúde mental

1. A person's condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being

Mental health is just as important as physical health.

A saúde mental é tão importante quanto a saúde física.

2. The field of medicine and psychology concerned with mental disorders and emotional well-being

She works in mental health services.

Ela trabalha nos serviços de saúde mental.

3. A state of psychological and emotional equilibrium

Regular exercise contributes to good mental health.

O exercício regular contribui para uma boa saúde mental.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

saúde mental

Standard usage across Brazil

São Paulo

saúde mental

Standard usage, emphasis on mental health services and programs

Rio de Janeiro

saúde mental

Standard usage with growing public awareness campaigns

Portugal

saúde mental

Standard usage; also 'bem-estar psicológico' for psychological well-being

mental health awareness

mental health crisis

mental health professional

mental health support

mental health stigma

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