When we think about staying healthy, we often imagine eating good food, exercising, or getting enough sleep. Yet health is not only about our bodies, it’s also about our minds and emotions. This is called mental health.

Mental health is how we think, feel, and handle challenges in life. Sometimes people forget to take care of their mental health because it’s not something we can always see, like a broken bone or a cold. Our minds need care too. If we don’t look after them, we may feel stressed, sad, or tired more often.

Learning about mental health helps us understand our feelings, talk about them, and support others. When we care for our minds, we can feel happier, do better in school, and build stronger friendships.