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Nature Mental Health study defines six pillars of mental well-being
A new international scientific study published in Nature Mental Health has established a comprehensive framework for defining positive mental health. To address the lack of a common scientific language regarding terms like 'well-being' or 'flourishing,' 122 experts from 26 countries and 11 scientific disciplines collaborated to map the concept.
The researchers identified 19 dimensions of mental health, centering on six core pillars: meaning and purpose in life, overall life satisfaction, self-acceptance, meaningful connection with others, autonomy, and happiness. These pillars suggest that well-being depends not only on positive emotions but also on a sense of direction, significant relationships, and the ability to make decisions aligned with personal values.
In addition to these six pillars, the study identified 13 supplementary dimensions, including optimism, a sense of belonging, tranquility, activity, personal growth, and the ability to cope with difficulties.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Positive mental health is composed of 19 key dimensions. www.vita.gr · pelop.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] A new international study defining positive mental health was published in Nature Mental Health. www.vita.gr · pelop.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The study involved 122 experts from 26 countries across 11 scientific fields. www.vita.gr · pelop.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] Six core pillars form the heart of positive mental health: meaning and purpose, life satisfaction, self-acceptance, meaningful connection with others, autonomy, and happiness. www.vita.gr · pelop.gr