Mental illness

Mental illness, sometimes known as "mental health problem," encompasses a wide range of
mental health diseases, such as mood, cognitive, and behavior abnormalities. Depression,
anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors are all examples of mental
disease.

Many people experience mental health issues at times. When signs and symptoms become
permanent, cause stress, and impair one's capacity to operate normally, a mental health
problem becomes a mental disease.

. Mental illness can make you feel awful and cause problems in your daily life, such as at
school, at work, or in your interpersonal connections. Symptoms can usually be managed
with a mix of medicines and talk therapy (psychotherapy).

Symptoms:
Depending on the diagnosis, circumstances, and other factors, the signs and symptoms of
mental illness might vary. Emotions, beliefs, and behaviors can all be affected by mental
disease symptoms.

The following are some instances of indications and symptoms:

Sadness or discouragement are common emotions.

Thoughts that are jumbled or a lack of concentration
Excessive anxieties or fears, as well as deep guilt feelings
Ups and downs, as well as extreme mood swings
Friendships and hobbies are being cut off.
Significant exhaustion, poor energy, and sleep disturbances
Delirium, paranoia, or hallucinations are all examples of disconnection from reality.
Inability to deal with day-to-day challenges or stress
Understanding and relating to situations and people are issues.
Alcohol or drug abuse problems
Significant alterations in eating habits
Sexual desire changes
Anger, wrath, or violence in excess
Suicidal ideas
Physical difficulties, such as stomach pain, back pain, headaches, or other inexplicable
aches and pains, can sometimes be indicators of a mental health disorder.

When should you see a doctor?

Consult your primary care provider or a mental health specialist if you have any indications
or symptoms of mental illness. Most mental diseases do not improve on their own, and if left
untreated, they can worsen over time, leading to significant consequences.

If you're having suicide thoughts, seek help immediately.

Some mental diseases are associated with suicidal thoughts and behaviors. If you're worried
about hurting yourself or attempting suicide, seek help right away:

Immediately dial 911 or your local emergency number.

Make an appointment with a mental health professional.
To get help with suicide, dial a hotline number. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or utilize their web chat at
suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat if you're in the United States.

Seek assistance from your primary care physician.

Make contact with a close friend or family member.
Make contact with a pastor, spiritual leader, or other religious figure in your town.
Suicidal thoughts do not go away on their own; you must seek treatment.

Assist a loved one

If you notice indicators of mental illness in a loved one, have an open and honest talk with
them and express your worries. You may not be able to persuade someone to seek
professional help, but you may offer encouragement and support.
You can also assist your loved one in locating a certified mental health practitioner and
setting up a consultation. You are welcome to attend the consultation with him.

Take your loved one to the hospital or dial 911 if he has wounded himself or is in danger of
doing so.