The concept of mental health is still widely discussed among philosophers and scientists. The emphasis on positive emotions and functional aspects of the World Health Organization definition has sometimes been called into question. This paper will focus on recently proposed mental health definitions, and in particular on mental health normative criteria involved in each of them. The criteria are divided in two broad categories: biomedical and cultural criteria. Strengths and weaknesses of each definition are illustrated in order to highlight research needs likely to support further progress.

Controversial issues in current definitions of mental health

Galderisi S.
2020

Abstract

The concept of mental health is still widely discussed among philosophers and scientists. The emphasis on positive emotions and functional aspects of the World Health Organization definition has sometimes been called into question. This paper will focus on recently proposed mental health definitions, and in particular on mental health normative criteria involved in each of them. The criteria are divided in two broad categories: biomedical and cultural criteria. Strengths and weaknesses of each definition are illustrated in order to highlight research needs likely to support further progress.
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