practical value

• P- this definition helps individuals recognise when they need professional help
• E- most of us have symptoms of mental disorders to some degree at some point
• E- however, many people only focus on the more severe symptoms of mental health issues but this definition allows individuals to identify when they are failing to cope with their day-to-day lives and seek the professional help and receive a formal diagnosis if necessary
• L- this means that this allows individuals to take ownership of their own psychological health in turn, demonstrating the usefulness of this definition