Teacher Liu, I saw in the news that one in every eight people has a mental health problem. Is that true?

Yes, it's true. Many people experience anxiety, stress, or trouble sleeping, but they don't realize these are signs of psychological issues.

Do they all need to go to the hospital? I sometimes get nervous too, especially before exams.

If it’s just temporary nervousness, that’s fine. But if the discomfort lasts and you feel unhappy for a long time, you should visit a psychological clinic.

I see. I used to think that just 'cheering up' would solve it.

Many people misunderstand that. Depression is like a cold — it can be treated. The most important thing is to seek help bravely and not be afraid.