MENTAL HEALTH

WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH?

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social

well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps
determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make
choices.
 THE SIGNS OF MENTAL ILLNESS

Long-lasting sadness or
irritability
Extremely high and low
moods
Excessive fear, worry,
or anxiety
Social withdrawal
Dramatic changes in
eating or sleeping habits
Confused thinking or
reduced ability to
concentrate
 TYPES OF MENTAL ILLNESS

Mood disorders (such as

depression or bipolar
disorder)
Anxiety disorders.
Personality disorders.
Psychotic disorders (such
as schizophrenia)
Eating disorders.
Trauma-related disorders
(such as post-traumatic
stress disorder)
Substance abuse
disorders.
MENTAL HEALTH INFOGRAPHICS
 HOW TO HELP?

 Set time aside with no distractions

 Let them share as much or as little as they want to

 Don't try to diagnose or second guess their feelings

 Listen carefully to what they tell you

 Offer them help in seeking professional support and provide

information on ways to do this
Thank you!