Mental Health Vocabulary for ESL Students

Mental Health

• The state of our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act.

• A measure of how well we perform physical activities.

• The ability to maintain a positive outlook regardless of circumstances.

• A term used to describe the absence of mental illness.

Anxiety

• A feeling of excitement and joy about an upcoming event.

• A feeling of worry, nervousness, or fear about an upcoming event or something with an uncertain outcome.

• A state of calmness and relaxation before an event.

• A sense of confidence and assurance regarding future outcomes.

Stigma

• A positive perception of individuals with mental health conditions.

• A negative perception or discrimination against individuals with mental health conditions, often leading to feelings of shame or isolation.

• An acceptance of mental health conditions in society.

• A form of therapy for mental health issues.

Therapy

• A treatment for physical ailments that involves medication.

• A treatment for mental health issues that involves talking with a trained professional to help understand feelings and behaviors.

• A form of exercise to improve physical fitness.

• A method of relaxation that includes meditation and yoga.

Depression

• A mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest, affecting daily activities.

• A temporary feeling of sadness that goes away quickly.

• A condition characterized by excessive happiness and energy.

• A type of anxiety disorder that involves fear of social situations.

Coping Strategies

• Techniques or methods that people use to manage stress and difficult emotions.

• A type of medication used to treat anxiety.

• A form of exercise that helps improve mental health.

• A dietary plan designed to reduce stress levels.

Resilience

• The ability to recover quickly from difficulties and adapt well to challenges or stress.

• The capacity to endure hardship without any change.

• The tendency to avoid challenges and stressors.

• The skill of managing time effectively under pressure.