Mental health is a state of psychological well-being and should not be defined by the more absence of mental illness or disorder. It includes psychological well-being that ensures the optimal functioning of an individual.

Mental health becomes a top priority as a nation develops and the role of citizens in nation-building increases. A developing nation places more psychological demands on the citizens (participation in activities like electing a leader, managing family, socializing, etc, other than daily chores and occupation). These demands are to be met by the psychological reserve of the individual. A perceived sense of balance between these demands and the psychological reserve is needed. Often these demands can overwhelm an individual and create stress.