The question was worded in the source as: "In your opinion, which of the following activities and behaviors contribute the most to good mental health?"
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Actions contributing to good mental health in Europe in 2023
In 2023, the activities and behaviors that Europeans believe contribute the most to good mental health are: being in contact with nature and green spaces and sleeping habits. Further actions which respondents think help mental health are physical activity and social contact.
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European Commission. (October 9, 2023). Share of respondents who believe the following activities and behaviors contribute to good mental health in Europe in 2023 [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆÆ½â°æ. Retrieved July 30, 2026, from /statistics/1418197/actions-to-help-mental-health-in-europe/
European Commission. "Share of respondents who believe the following activities and behaviors contribute to good mental health in Europe in 2023." Chart. October 9, 2023. ÌÇÐÄÆÆ½â°æ. Accessed July 30, 2026. /statistics/1418197/actions-to-help-mental-health-in-europe/
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Share of respondents who believe the following activities and behaviors contribute to good mental health in Europe in 2023 [Graph], European Commission, October 9, 2023. [Online]. Available: /statistics/1418197/actions-to-help-mental-health-in-europe/