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Mental Health Issue

A mental illness is a physical illness of the brain that causes disturbances in thinking, behavior, energy or emotion that make it difficult to cope with the ordinary demands of life. Research is starting to uncover the complicated causes of these diseases which can include genetics, brain chemistry, brain structure, experiencing trauma and/or having another medical condition, like heart disease.

The two most common mental health conditions are:

Anxiety Disorders

More than 19% of adults each year struggle with some type of anxiety disorder, including: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive- compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder (panic attacks), generalized anxiety disorder and specific phobias

Mood Disorders

Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar depression, affect nearly 10% of adults each year and are characterized by difficulties in regulating one's mood.

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 healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

How can improve mental health?

1. Staying positive....

2. Practicing gratitude, which means being thankful for the good things in your life.

3. Taking care of your physical health, since your physical and mental health are connected.

4. Connecting with others.

5. Developing a sense of meaning and purpose

Medications and psychotherapy are effective for most people with depression.

Here are some practical tips to help you maintain good health habits.

PRACTICE SELF-CARE. Take time to do things that you enjoy, such as as reading a book, taking a walk or having a relaxing bath. Prioritizing self-care can help reduce stress and improved mood.

CONNECT WITH OTHERS. Having a suppprt system is crucial for good mental health reach out to friends, family, or a mental health professional if you need to talk or receive guidance.

Mental health is just as important as physical health. It affects how we think, feel and act. Taking care of our mental health is essential for overall well being.

I want to become a psychiatrist someday to help people struggling with mental health...