Understanding Mental Health
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act as we cope with life.
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. For a person with an anxiety disorder, the anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time.
Common symptoms include:
- Feeling restless, wound-up, or on-edge
- Being easily fatigued
- Having difficulty concentrating
- Experiencing muscle tension
- Having difficulty controlling feelings of worry
- Having sleep problems, such as difficulty falling or staying asleep
Mental Health Self-Assessment
This quick assessment can help you understand your current mental well-being. It's not a diagnostic tool, but can help you recognize when you might need additional support.
Over the past 2 weeks, how often have you felt little interest or pleasure in doing things?
Note: This self-assessment is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. If you're concerned about your mental health, please consult with a qualified healthcare provider.
Self-Care Practices
Self-care means taking time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health.
- Get regular exercise (30 minutes daily)
- Maintain a regular sleep schedule (7-9 hours)
- Eat nutritious meals and stay hydrated
- Take breaks from screens and digital devices
- Practice mindfulness or meditation daily
- Journal about your thoughts and feelings
- Engage in activities that bring you joy
- Set healthy boundaries in relationships
- Connect regularly with supportive friends and family
- Join groups or communities with shared interests
- Ask for help when you need it
- Practice active listening and empathy
Coping Strategies
Healthy coping strategies can help you manage stress, anxiety, and difficult emotions in constructive ways.
Mental Health Resources
Finding the right support is an important step in your mental health journey. Here are resources that can help.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline988
- Crisis Text LineText HOME to 741741
- Emergency Services911
- Psychology Today DirectoryOnline search tool
- Your insurance providerCheck your coverage
- Community mental health centersLocal options
- National Alliance on Mental IllnessNAMI.org
- Mental Health AmericaMHAnational.org
- Support Group CentralOnline groups
Recovery Stories
Real stories from people who have faced mental health challenges and found their path to recovery.
"After struggling with anxiety for years, I finally reached out for help. The combination of therapy and mindfulness practices has transformed how I handle stress. I still have anxious moments, but now I have tools to manage them effectively."
Sarah, 34
Living with Anxiety
"Depression made me feel like I was seeing the world through a dark filter. Getting professional help was the hardest and best decision I've ever made. Recovery isn't linear, but each day gets a little brighter."
Michael, 42
Living with Depression
"PTSD after my accident left me feeling constantly on edge. Through EMDR therapy and support groups, I've learned to process my trauma. I want others to know that healing is possible, even when it feels hopeless."
Elena, 29
Living with PTSD
"Burnout crept up on me slowly until I couldn't ignore it anymore. Learning to set boundaries at work and prioritize self-care has been essential to my recovery. Now I recognize the warning signs before reaching that breaking point."
James, 38
Living with Burnout
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