Observation

This question was attempted by many candidates and their performance was good. Some candidates however gave wrong responses such as ability to learn, live a healthy life, rest of mind, always depressed etc. as characteristics of an emotionally healthy person.

The expected answer is as follows:

Characteristics of an emotionally healthy person
He/she

• can accept him/herself without being proud/conceited/self-awareness
• can think/ act on his/her own
• can relate with others in the spirit of give and take/coping skill or ability
• tends to conform to customs and tradition of the society
• can moderately express and experience feelings such as joy, sadness, anxiety and anger
• can behave rationally
• strong emotional strength/agility