Table 1 Multifactor model of positive mental health (Lluch, 1999)
PMH factors | Definition |
|---|---|
F1: Personal Satisfaction | - Self-concept/Self-esteem |
- Satisfaction with personal life | |
- Optimistic outlook on the future | |
F2: Prosocial Attitude | - Active predisposition towards society |
- Altruistic social attitude; attitude of helping/supporting others | |
- Acceptance of others and of differential social characteristics | |
F3: Self-Control | - Ability to cope with stress/situations of conflict |
- Emotional balance/emotional control | |
- Tolerance of frustration, anxiety and stress | |
F4: Autonomy | - Able to have one’s own standards |
- Independence | |
- Self-regulation of one’s behavior | |
- Sense of personal security/self-confidence | |
F5: Problem-Solving and Self-Actualization | - Analytical capacity |
- Able to make decisions | |
- Flexibility/able to adapt to change | |
- Attitude of continuous growth and personal development | |
F6: Interpersonal Relationship Skills | - Able to establish interpersonal relationships |
- Empathy/ability to understand the feelings of others | |
- Able to give emotional support | |
- Ability to establish and maintain close interpersonal relationships. |