Brain & Body Care: 10 Red Flags: Is Someone You Know Struggling with Mental Health?

Think Bright Therapy offers services for those needing assistance with anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders.  Please contact us at [email protected] today for a complimentary consultation. 

Mental health struggles can be difficult to recognize, particularly if the individual is attempting to conceal them. But it is critical to keep an eye out for any potential indications of a mental health issue, particularly if you believe someone you know is struggling. Here are ten signs that someone you know may be experiencing mental health difficulties: 

1. Changes in mood or behavior, such as frequent outbursts, irritability, or unexplained anger.
2. Social withdrawal or isolation, or a loss of interest in activities or hobbies they previously enjoyed.
3. A change in appetite or sleep patterns, such as increased or decreased sleeping or eating.
4. Difficulty concentrating, recalling details, or making decisions.
5. Negative self-talk or self-blame.
6. Increase in substance use or abuse, such as alcohol or drugs.
7. Feeling overwhelmed or excessively anxious.
8. Unexplained physical symptoms such as headaches, stomach aches, or chronic pain.
9. Reduced productivity or a decline in work or school performance.
10. Self-harm or suicidal ideation.

If you recognize any of these signs in someone you know, it’s essential to encourage them to seek professional help. Think Bright Therapy is a mental health service provider that offers assistance for those dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders. We provide a supportive environment and work with our clients to develop individualized treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Our therapist, M. Antoinette Walker is compassionate and skilled in the field, and we offer a complimentary consultation to help determine the best course of treatment for you or your loved one. 

Don’t wait until it’s too late. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, contact Think Bright Therapy today at [email protected] to schedule a complimentary consultation. We’re here to help. 

Reference: 

1. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/signs-mental-health-issue
2. https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Warning-Signs-and-Symptoms
3. https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/warning-signs-of-mental-illness