Instead of waiting for things to get better on their own, take a proactive approach—and address them. A good place to start is by reaching out to parents, teachers, or a school counselor. Check in with yourself. Take time to recognize and address any signs of distress or imbalance so t...
Mental Health America provides a toolkit for creating handouts, posters, and social media content to help you recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and raise awareness in your community. You can also download the2023 Toolkit from Mental Health America. Find more information and resources about ment...
Research suggests that the best way to prevent suicide is to know the risk factors, be alert to the signs of depression and other mental disorders, recognize the warning signs for suicide, and intervene before the person can complete the process of self-destruction. Some of the ways a person...
Emotional literacy is the ability to recognize, understand, and express emotions. For teenagers grappling with mental health conditions like anxiety or depression, this skill can be incredibly beneficial. It enables them to articulate better what they’re feeling while helping them manage their feelings...
These symptoms are real, but the underlying cause is often fear rather than illness. This mental focus on potential health issues leads individuals to monitor their bodies for any hint of “proof” of disease, which only increases the intensity of sensations and anxiety. Addressing this mindset ...
“There’s this idea that you keep issues, especially mental health issues, within your own family. If an outside person finds out about it, 很丟臉 (hěn diūliǎn), — you’ll lose face, said Roy Ho, a graduate student in social work studying to become a therapist. Lance Chen-Hayes...
From the hazards of social media to the pressures of high school, adolescence can come with a range of issues. As parents, it’s essential to recognize how these concerns may take a toll on your teenager’s mental health and be keenly aware of what they need from us. ...
The more you know about mental health, the better equipped you will be to deal with any issues that come up. Also, you’ll be able to recognize thesigns of mental illnessin yourself and others, which is important. For example, you’ll see that your fear of public speaking is normal, ...
3How to Recognize Self-Destructive Behavior (5 Common Patterns) 3.11. You Constantly Make Excuses for Your Personal (And Professional) Shortcomings 3.22. You Don’t Have the Energy to Engage Fully in Your Day-to-Day Life 3.33. You Neglect Your Physical Health ...
two-thirds of workers experienced mental health challenges that affected their job performance, and 40% experienced burnout. Now more than ever, employers are being trained to recognize signs of mental health conditions, and are offering benefits such as counseling services and mental health days at...