Mental Health

A person's life is largely based on their emotions. Life is a huge part of our being who we become from birth to our death. We all play part in making it what it is, whether we realize it or not. For example, there are many children and young adults who suffer from a serious disorder such as ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in which one of their senses becomes more intense and hyperactive or less so than normal. There are many causes of this illness, including genetics and brain damage among others. This illness can cause problems with family relationships, work and finances, etc., making it important for society to recognize it and help our community manage it. Some children with ADHD may have other conditions such as anxiety, depression, autism, eating disorders, etc.

Mental Health affects everyone in a different way. It isn't just about having an illness that you have or how long it lasts. Depression is common, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), ADHD, etc. Everyone has different types of emotional concerns as well, but the main one is depression and anxiety. People all over the world are going through difficult times and their mental health is not always good. Let's look at some of the most impactful mental health topics and how they affect each other.

Depression

Depression is defined as sadness or feeling depressed and/or hopelessness that makes one feel isolated or sad. You will start experiencing low moods like being down or depressed and then you start to think negatively such as giving up, losing hope or even despair. Your physical health may be affected too. If your depression gets worse you may need medication or therapy to get rid of the issue.

PTSD

PTSD is often referred to as mental health-related trauma but really means war. PTSD can be experienced as flashbacks, chronic nightmares, nightmares of a traumatic event, panic attacks or becoming anxious in certain situations. PTSD victims typically experience symptoms similar to or better than those experienced by survivors of actual combat. These symptoms can include post-traumatic stress, feeling alone, extreme distress, changes in appetite and sleep habits and changes in appearance sleep patterns and thoughts. PTSD also affects people's ability to function normally. People are frequently diagnosed with PTSD due to traumatic events in their life. They can include things as simple as witnessing a natural disaster, fighting in an active conflict, or even rape if that's where you live. Therapy for PTSD is usually required to control symptoms such as coping skills and relaxation techniques. Prognosis with PTSD depends upon a lot of factors that usually can change for individuals with PTSD over time and how much counselling is needed. Treatment for PTSD is very individual, so you must be open to seeing a therapist who specializes in treating PTSD. Many therapists offer assistance to patients with PTSD, but you will have to do the hard work yourself to learn some techniques.

Hedging

Hedging is a strategy used by some people to cope with negative thinking. The idea is to avoid the situation that would cause them to act out their anger or sadness. Hedging can be done with or without medication or behavioural therapy. Hedging can be used as a way of controlling emotions when dealing with daily social experiences in particular. When you’re using hedging you will notice that you start feeling calmer than usual and will feel calmer when confronted with something embarrassing, something stressful or unexpected. Hedging helps you stay on track with managing stress and it is also great for dealing with anger. If you or someone you know has had hedging as a technique, talk with your doctor about its effectiveness.

Autism

Autism is a neurological condition where children and adults show communication skills that are dramatically impaired. Although it occurs in various forms for ages, experts say that people with autism are more likely to develop a diagnosis sooner and more commonly. Autism spectrum disorders are considered developmental disorders and usually cause significant impairments in basic communication abilities. In general, people with autism do have normal communication skills but often communicate in ways that are highly impairing, not only in language but also in gesture, social interaction and motor skills. Some people with autism have a tendency to speak a little slower in situations that require communication for ideas, feelings, commands or instructions and have difficulty understanding speech and body gestures. Children with autism can benefit from treatment or rehabilitation programs that are designed to help them become more self-conscious and socially aware than others and encourage them to take care of themselves. These programs can help people with autism understand the difference between verbal and nonverbal communication and help them learn to deal with body gestures and emotions, increase social interactions and enhance their communication skills.