Includes bibliographical references and index.

Measuring outcomes related to mental health and well-being : what do we want to achieve? -- What affects mental health and well-being? : the wider social, cultural, and physical environment -- What affects mental health and well-being? : individual social, cultural, and physical circumstances -- What affects mental health and well-being? : individual life stage and personal behaviours -- How can we develop mental health and well-being strategically? -- How can we develop mental health and well-being operationally? -- Extended case study : prevention of suicide and self-harm -- Extended case study : improving mental health and well-being among young black and minority ethnic groups -- Extended case study : improving mental health and well-being in people with long-term conditions.