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What is mental health wellness?

Your mental health consists of more than just avoiding mental illness. It encompasses your social, emotional, and psychological well-being. Mental health guides the ways you think, feel, and act and has a significant impact on your relationships with others. 

Everyone has mental health needs from childhood through old age. As you move through the phases of life and navigate specific life transitions, your mental health is often affected. 

The rush of euphoria that comes with a wedding has just as much of an impact as the wave of despair that comes with a divorce. Both affect your body, just in different ways. 

Deciding to seek guidance and support for mental health issues is not a sign of weakness. It’s simply an understanding that the mind needs just as much attention as the body and that both need to be healthy for the whole person to thrive. 

What are some common mental health issues?

Everyone has a unique experience with mental health, largely shaped by their genetics, environment, and experiences. Some examples of common mental health issues include:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Phobias
• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Post-traumatic stress disorder

This is far from a comprehensive list. There are a multitude of mental health challenges that anyone can face at any time. 

When should I seek treatment for mental health wellness concerns?

Occasional bouts of anxiety, sadness, and insomnia are all normal and usually require no intervention. However, when you find yourself struggling for a long period of time or experiencing severe symptoms, seeking support is the right thing to do. 

Some of the signs of mental health issues include:

• Persistent feelings of sadness, especially with no clear cause
• Changes in your sleep patterns
• Eating more or less than normal
• Consuming more alcohol than usual
• Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
• Increased irritation or arguing with friends and family
• Persistent fatigue, even after getting plenty of sleep
• Lack of energy or motivation

These are all signals your body sends to your brain to indicate something is amiss. If you find yourself thinking about self-harm, death, or suicide, consider those thoughts a medical emergency and seek help right away. 

Mental health wellness challenges are very common. If you find yourself in need of support or guidance, schedule a visit at Sigma Primary Care today. Online booking is an option, or you can always call to check appointment availability.