The mental environment refers to the sum of all societal influences upon mental health. The term is often used in a context critical of the mental environment in industrialized societies. It is argued that just as industrial societies produce physical toxins and pollutants which harm humans’ physical health, they also produce psychological toxins (e.g. television,
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Risk factors and causes of mental health problems There are many things that can contribute to mental health problems, including biological factors, genetic factors, life experiences (such as psychological trauma or abuse), and a family history of mental health problems. Biological factors According to the National Institute of Health Curriculum Supplement Series book, most scientists
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