Let's Learn about Mental Health!
Let's Learn about Mental Health!
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What exactly is mental health?
What exactly is mental health?
Mental Health refers to an individual's condition in regards to their emotional, psychological, and spiritual wellness. Mental health has a large influence on one's behavior, mind, and well-being. Though many fail to recognize it, caring for one's mental health is just as important as caring for one's physical health.
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Mental Health Classifications
Mental Health Classifications
There are many classifications to an individual's mental health disturbance. Some of these classifications include depression, anxiety, disordered eating, bipolar disorders, etc. It is important to become aware of each of these experiences in order to combat its effects.
Depression
Depression
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Anxiety
Anxiety
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
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Eating Disorder
Eating Disorder
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Depression:
Depression is currently one of the most common medical conditions experienced by individuals. Depression causes one to feel feelings of sadness and negativity. It has a large influence on one's mind, actions, and motivations (American Psychatric Association).
Anxiety:
Anxiety disorder has caused many individuals to feel constant nervousness, stress, fear, and worry (Felman 2020). This condition affects the behavior of many individuals and may present physical symptoms, shaking, for example.
OCD:
Obsessive copulsive disorder (OCD) affects numerous individuals as they experience continuous cycles of obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions include intrusive thoughts, images, or anything that may trigger uncomfortable feelings. Many individuals engage in compulsions in attemps to stop unwanted behavior or obsessions (International OCD Foundation).
Eating Disorder:
Eating disruptions are a very serious condition, and is classified by severe interferences in eating behavior. There are many types of eating disorders. This includes bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, binge eating disorder, and more (American Psychatric Association).
Additional Resources
Additional Resources
Depression can affect anyone. It is important to become aware of what exactly you may be feeling so that you can reach for effective resources to assist you in your mental wellness journey.
Thinking is good, however, there may come a time where some of your thoughts may turn out to be automatic and intrusive. Here is a video describing how to avoid and deal with automatic thoughts.
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