PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS THAT HINDER TALKING ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

Abstract

This article examines the concept of mental health and the problem of psychological barriers that negatively affect it from a scientific and theoretical perspective. Mental health is interpreted as a state of emotional stability, adaptability to stress, and the ability to function harmoniously within the social environment. The article highlights the essence of psychological barriers, their main types – fear, self-doubt, negative thinking, psychological pressure, and negative past experiences – and substantiates the impact of these factors on an individual’s mental state and quality of life. It also analyzes effective methods for overcoming psychological barriers, including self-awareness, the development of positive thinking, the use of psychological support, and achieving inner stability through spiritual purification.