How does mental health affect school, friendships and work?

Dear Anna

That’s quite a general question, but I’ll do my best.

If you’re mentally well and feel stable, you can perform better at school or work and cope better with the demands placed on you. Friendships are also less fraught with conflict, as you have more resources to draw on yourself.

Mental health can quickly tip the balance. If you’re already carrying mental stress, the cup is already well filled and your vulnerability is high. Then it doesn’t take much for it to overflow.