Psychological well-being: meaning, definitions and examples

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psychological well-being

 

[ ˌsaɪkəˈlɑdʒɪkəl ˌwɛlˈbiɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mental health

Psychological well-being refers to a person's overall emotional, mental, and social state of being. It includes factors such as happiness, life satisfaction, self-esteem, and the ability to cope with stress and challenges.

Synonyms

emotional health, mental well-being.

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Word Description / Examples
psychological well-being

This term overlaps with 'psychological well-being'. It is used similarly in discussing a person's mental health and life satisfaction in professional or clinical settings.

  • Positive life experiences can significantly boost psychological well-being.
  • Therapy is one way to enhance psychological well-being.
mental well-being

This term is often used in holistic and wellness-focused discussions. It covers both mental health and emotional health, emphasizing overall mental and psychological balance.

  • Meditation can improve your mental well-being.
  • The company is offering workshops on maintaining mental well-being.
emotional health

This phrase is more commonly used in everyday language and discussions about general wellness. It refers to how well individuals manage their emotions and cope with life's challenges.

  • Regular exercise is good for your emotional health.
  • He decided to talk to a counselor to better manage his emotional health.

Examples of usage

  • It is important to prioritize activities that promote psychological well-being, such as exercise and mindfulness.
  • Therapists often focus on improving psychological well-being through counseling and therapy sessions.

Translations

Translations of the word "psychological well-being" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bem-estar psicológico

🇮🇳 मनोवैज्ञानिक कल्याण

🇩🇪 psychisches Wohlbefinden

🇮🇩 kesejahteraan psikologis

🇺🇦 психологічне благополуччя

🇵🇱 dobrostan psychologiczny

🇯🇵 心理的な健康

🇫🇷 bien-être psychologique

🇪🇸 bienestar psicológico

🇹🇷 psikolojik iyilik

🇰🇷 심리적 안녕

🇸🇦 الرفاه النفسي

🇨🇿 psychická pohoda

🇸🇰 psychologická pohoda

🇨🇳 心理健康

🇸🇮 psihološka blaginja

🇮🇸 sálfræðileg vellíðan

🇰🇿 психологиялық әл-ауқат

🇬🇪 ფსიქოლოგიური კეთილდღეობა

🇦🇿 psixoloji rifah

🇲🇽 bienestar psicológico

Etymology

The concept of psychological well-being has roots in various psychological theories, including Maslow's hierarchy of needs and positive psychology. It emphasizes the importance of mental health and happiness in overall well-being. The focus on psychological well-being has gained prominence in recent years as mental health awareness has increased.