GAlady
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World Mental Health Day - October 10th
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GAlady
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GAlady
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Causes of schizophrenia
Research has not identified one single cause of schizophrenia. It is thought that an interaction between genes and a range of environmental factors may cause schizophrenia. Psychosocial factors may also affect the onset and course of schizophrenia. Heavy use of cannabis is associated with an elevated risk of the disorder.
CinnamonSugar
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10 Signs of Poor Mental Health To Never Ignore
1. Isolation
If you notice someone canceling on their friends or closing themselves off when it comes to social events, this may be a warning sign. Try to talk to them and find out what’s causing their isolation. Suggest some helplines they can call to help them feel less alone. Very often, people with depression see no point in meeting with anyone, feeling they will only drag others down or that no one wants to be with them. As such, they avoid contact with others as much as possible.
2. Lack of personal hygiene
This is a symptom many people ignore, but it’s one of the most telling ones. If someone with impeccable personal hygiene starts going days without washing their clothes or taking a shower, this should ring a big alarm bell. It means that they can’t motivate themselves to get out of bed even for self-care. Don’t be disgusted or turn away; instead, talk to them to see what’s wrong.
3. Fatigue
Depression and anxiety bring about sleep issues such as insomnia. Those suffering from anxiety may stay up all night thinking (and overthinking) about everything under the sun. Therefore, once they’re up and about, they may look like they haven’t slept for weeks. If you see someone suffering from fatigue, try to talk to them. Bear in mind that while fatigue may be a symptom of many things, it’s also a symptom of poor mental health.
4. Changing moods
Anxiety, anger, moodiness, and other sudden changes in mood can be caused by mental illness. Additionally, extrapolating every little thing – such as blaming themselves for small accidents and mistakes – often leads to catastrophizing and thinking about the worst-case scenario. Such thought processes can indicate mental issues.
5. Risky behavior
Excessive drinking and drug use aren’t always caused by mental illness; however, they can be an important symptom of it. People suffering from poor mental health may look for something to bring meaning to their life – meaning that they believe has been lost forever. They may turn to drugs and alcohol to fill that void. If you notice this kind of destructive behavior, please consider getting them help immediately.
6. Self-harm
This is one of the most obvious ones and yet it is startling how many people avoid it just because they’re too ashamed to talk about it. People who self-harm are often good at hiding it, but it only takes a more skilled eye to notice. Always take action if you see it, even if you don’t think it’s the right thing to do. You never know when self-harming actions may escalate into something life-threatening.
7. Trouble concentrating
Many people are under the misconception that trouble concentrating has only to do with ADHD. In fact, many people who struggle with depression and other mental health conditions exhibit this as a common symptom. It’s because the depressive and anxious thoughts make it difficult for anything else to enter their brain. It’s often overlooked but definitely something to watch out for.
8. Physical symptoms
It’s commonly thought that mental illness has no physical manifestations, but that’s not true. Anxiety and depression can cause nausea, vomiting, high fever, shivering, and panic attacks. This lowers energy levels and makes it even harder for mental illness sufferers to look after themselves. Keep an eye out for these and don’t just dismiss them as a stomach bug!
9. Running away from responsibilities
Absence from work or school, failing to call up for appointments or pay bills can all be serious signs of mental illness. It is difficult to find the motivation to do anything when you feel like your life has no meaning – therefore, even necessary responsibilities can be easily overlooked.
10. Social media posts
This is a symptom unique to the digital era of the internet. People with mental illness often feel that they can voice their feelings online, on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook, because they feel like no one would be listening. It’s very easy to feel estranged on those types of networks and want to desperately reach out to as many people as you can. If you see someone posting worrying things on their social media, don’t just scroll past. It’s very easy to do so, yet sometimes all it takes is a kind word to save someone’s life.
1. Isolation
If you notice someone canceling on their friends or closing themselves off when it comes to social events, this may be a warning sign. Try to talk to them and find out what’s causing their isolation. Suggest some helplines they can call to help them feel less alone. Very often, people with depression see no point in meeting with anyone, feeling they will only drag others down or that no one wants to be with them. As such, they avoid contact with others as much as possible.
2. Lack of personal hygiene
This is a symptom many people ignore, but it’s one of the most telling ones. If someone with impeccable personal hygiene starts going days without washing their clothes or taking a shower, this should ring a big alarm bell. It means that they can’t motivate themselves to get out of bed even for self-care. Don’t be disgusted or turn away; instead, talk to them to see what’s wrong.
3. Fatigue
Depression and anxiety bring about sleep issues such as insomnia. Those suffering from anxiety may stay up all night thinking (and overthinking) about everything under the sun. Therefore, once they’re up and about, they may look like they haven’t slept for weeks. If you see someone suffering from fatigue, try to talk to them. Bear in mind that while fatigue may be a symptom of many things, it’s also a symptom of poor mental health.
4. Changing moods
Anxiety, anger, moodiness, and other sudden changes in mood can be caused by mental illness. Additionally, extrapolating every little thing – such as blaming themselves for small accidents and mistakes – often leads to catastrophizing and thinking about the worst-case scenario. Such thought processes can indicate mental issues.
5. Risky behavior
Excessive drinking and drug use aren’t always caused by mental illness; however, they can be an important symptom of it. People suffering from poor mental health may look for something to bring meaning to their life – meaning that they believe has been lost forever. They may turn to drugs and alcohol to fill that void. If you notice this kind of destructive behavior, please consider getting them help immediately.
6. Self-harm
This is one of the most obvious ones and yet it is startling how many people avoid it just because they’re too ashamed to talk about it. People who self-harm are often good at hiding it, but it only takes a more skilled eye to notice. Always take action if you see it, even if you don’t think it’s the right thing to do. You never know when self-harming actions may escalate into something life-threatening.
7. Trouble concentrating
Many people are under the misconception that trouble concentrating has only to do with ADHD. In fact, many people who struggle with depression and other mental health conditions exhibit this as a common symptom. It’s because the depressive and anxious thoughts make it difficult for anything else to enter their brain. It’s often overlooked but definitely something to watch out for.
8. Physical symptoms
It’s commonly thought that mental illness has no physical manifestations, but that’s not true. Anxiety and depression can cause nausea, vomiting, high fever, shivering, and panic attacks. This lowers energy levels and makes it even harder for mental illness sufferers to look after themselves. Keep an eye out for these and don’t just dismiss them as a stomach bug!
9. Running away from responsibilities
Absence from work or school, failing to call up for appointments or pay bills can all be serious signs of mental illness. It is difficult to find the motivation to do anything when you feel like your life has no meaning – therefore, even necessary responsibilities can be easily overlooked.
10. Social media posts
This is a symptom unique to the digital era of the internet. People with mental illness often feel that they can voice their feelings online, on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook, because they feel like no one would be listening. It’s very easy to feel estranged on those types of networks and want to desperately reach out to as many people as you can. If you see someone posting worrying things on their social media, don’t just scroll past. It’s very easy to do so, yet sometimes all it takes is a kind word to save someone’s life.
SeniorBen
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Yikes!
Remy
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I'm literally physically ill after work some days and I work part time.
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