Green mental health guidelines

'Green' mental health guidelines

Level of functioning

» Superior/ good functioning in a wide range of activities
» Can identify short and longer term plans for the future

Cognitive and academic functioning

» High achieving
» Performing well in the workplace/studies
» Concentrates on tasks and seem alert
» Generally attends university/work on time
» Study/work capacity fulfilled

Social functioning

» Engaged in a range of activities
» Positive relationships with peers or colleagues
» Displays emotional warmth
» Spends time in social activities
» Energy to perform the majority of daily tasks required

Coping behaviours

» Positive coping skills
» Good functioning overall
» Able to consider problems/issues in an appropriate fashion

Psychological functioning

» No or minimal symptoms, resilient, generally happy. May have mild anxiety in response to events (e.g. exams/work)
» Describes enjoyment in several different activities

Response and recommendations

» Keep socially active
» Make plans for periods of enjoyment
» Consider limiting alcohol, caffeine and nicotine
» Nutrition is important for all aspects of health
» Regular physical exercise to help maintain mental wellbeing

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* These guidelines were adapted from the Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF), Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSMIVTM), American Psychiatric Association as cited in Monash University Social and Academic Functioning SAF Scale 2008.