A study to assess the misconception of mental illness among the adults in a selected community area, Bangalore

Abstract

Adults describe the age group between 25 to 45 vears it can be considered the very important stage of life for everyone. Adulthood bring up issues of social due to independence and self-identity. Adultho0d is a time when they get more exDOSure to the external world and realize about the responsibilities. Mental health is not just the absence of mental disorder. It is defined as a state of wellbeing in which every individual realizes his or her own potential can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.