Mental health refers to a person’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It encompasses ourthoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and influences how we handle stress,relate to others, and make daily choices. Maintaining good mental health involves achieving a balance in various aspects of life, coping with challenges, and seeking support when needed. Itis crucial for overall well-being and impacts our ability to function, enjoy life, and maintain healthy relationships.

• One meta-analysis estimated the depression rate among medical
  residents at 29% — while the rate among non-physicians was 8%.
• Physicians die by suicide at twice the rate of the general population.
• In October 2020, 87% of emergency physicians reported feeling more stressed due to COVID-19, but 45% said they didn’t feel comfortable seeking treatment if needed.
• Estimates suggest that in the USA, one doctor dies by suicide per day.