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Mental health is an important part of overall health and well-being. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

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Suicide Prevention Month is September, a time for connection. Learn how you can #BeThere for the people you care about and help prevent suicide.

Page last reviewed: September 13, 2022
Content source: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Population Health