A Delphi consensus study on the #dimensions of positive mental health | Nature Mental Health
▻https://www.nature.com/articles/s44220-026-00617-5
The Top Six Dimensions (Greater than 90% Agreement):
Meaning and purpose: Having clear goals, a sense of direction, and a larger aim in life and/or the feeling that what we do is worthwhile, rewarding, and valuable. Life satisfaction: The degree to which a person positively evaluates the overall quality of their life as a whole (i.e., how much the person likes the life they lead). Self-acceptance: Experiencing different aspects of oneself (e.g., one’s body, personality, thoughts, and feelings) in a positive, tolerant, receptive, or non-judgmental way; experiencing positive self-worth. Connection: Involving a feeling of belonging, mutual caring, love, and closeness to friends, family, and loved ones. Autonomy: The perception that we have ownership over our behavior and choices, and the (…)
