Wellness is more than the absence of disease. Our overall well-being involves a holistic approach, encompassing physical, mental, emotional, social, financial and spiritual health.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, mental health is a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community. It is estimated that only 17% of U.S adults are considered to be in a state of optimal mental health.
