Safeguarding you and your loved ones’ quality of life is extremely important during tough economic times. Shiawassee County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA) can be your lifeline to lead a healthy life. Taking steps to control stress and boost low self-esteem may help keep your mental health symptoms under control. Mental illness prevention and early intervention begins with recognizing the warning signs, such as:
· Recent social withdrawal and loss of interest in others
· An unusual drop in functioning, especially at school or work, such as quitting sports, failing in school, or difficulty performing familiar tasks
· Problems with concentration, memory, or logical thought and speech that are hard to explain
· Heightened sensitivity to sights, sounds, smells or touch; avoidance of over-stimulating situations
· Loss of initiative or desire to participate in any activity; apathy
· A vague feeling of being disconnected from oneself or one’s surroundings; a sense of unreality
· Unusual or exaggerated beliefs about personal powers to understand meanings or influence events; illogical or “magical” thinking typical of childhood in an adult
· Fear or suspiciousness of others or a strong nervous feeling
· Uncharacteristic, peculiar behavior
· Dramatic sleep and appetite changes or deterioration in personal hygiene
· Rapid or dramatic shifts in feelings or “mood swings.”
If you or your loved one are experiencing these warning signs, talk to your doctor or contact SCCMHA for an assessment by our team of professionals by calling 989.723.6791 or 800.622.4514. When diagnosed early, mental illness is easier to treat and can prevent a possible relapse of symptoms. Additionally, it is extremely important to take care of yourself by getting adequate sleep, participating in routine physical activity and eating healthy. Get the help when you need it. Together we can establish a treatment plan and improve your quality of life.
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