Mental health refers to a person’s overall psychological and emotional well-being. It includes how we think, feel, behave, and our ability to cope with challenges and stressors we experience. The state of our mental health also affects our daily choices and how we relate to others. Fortunately, as more and more research and personal stories of mental illness surface on social media and other platforms, awareness concerning mental health problems has increased. However, we wanted to share some common signs of good mental health as well as treatment options offered at our facilities for those who need support.
Good mental health is more than just the absence of mental illness. Good mental health involves managing one’s emotions, coping with stress, maintaining healthy relationships, and making sound decisions. Conversely, people with poor mental health tend to struggle in these areas.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many people developed mental health issues, and others with existing problems were further triggered. As a result, more and more talk about becoming more mentally healthy or sound started happening. But how do we know that our efforts toward positive mental well-being are working?
If you’re wondering, below are some signs of good mental health that indicate your efforts might be working:
While no one’s mental health is perfect, there is a major difference between good and bad mental health. A significant difference is whether or not one has the ability to function on a day-to-day basis. People with bad mental health may struggle to cope with the simplest tasks, such as leaving the house to buy groceries or showing up to work consistently.
Serious mental health challenges can negatively impact a person’s relationships and ability to perform at work or school. Anyone who’s hit this point should seek out mental health treatment immediately. If you suspect that you’re mentally unwell and might need help, here are some major signs of bad mental health that may indicate the need for treatment:
If you or someone you care about is struggling with one or more of the above symptoms, it may be time to get help. Banyan has numerous facilities for mental health that offer PHP and residential mental health care to help patients with all kinds of disorders recover. Our therapists and specialists help clients understand their disorders and symptoms and how to properly cope with them.
Whether you’re battling depression, anxiety, PTSD, or any other mental illness, we’re here to help. Call our Banyan mental health center today at 888-280-4763 or send us your contact information to learn more about our adult mental health services.
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