There is a lot of confusion about Mental Health, here at DESHPA, we try to answer some basic questions. If you have any further questions kindly write to us at info@deshpa.org
Though medications can often aid in the treatment of mental illness, it is unlikely that taking medication as the sole form of treatment will be effective in “getting over” or stabilizing one’s mental illness. Professionals generally recommend therapy along with medications to manage mental illness most effectively.
People who suffer the mental illness of severe depression may put pressure on themselves to just “get over” and return to active participation again, but like other mental illnesses, it takes therapy and sometimes medication to stabilize.
Typically, a person will show changes in their behavior before psychosis develops. The list below includes behavioral warning signs for psychosis.
Any one of these items by itself may not be significant, but someone with several of the items on the list should consult a mental health professional. A qualified psychologist, psychiatrist, or trained social worker will be able to make a diagnosis and help develop a treatment plan. Early treatment of psychosis increases the chance of a successful recovery. If you notice these changes in behavior and they begin to intensify or do not go away, it is important to seek help.
Mental health problems in youth often go hand-in-hand with other health and behavioral risks like increased risk of drug use, experiencing violence, and higher risk sexual behaviors than can lead to HIV, STDs, and unintended pregnancy. Because many health behaviors and habits are established in adolescence that will carry over into adult years, it is very important to help youth develop good mental health.
Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death in older adolescents (15-19 years)(2). Risk factors for suicide are multifaceted and include harmful use of alcohol, abuse in childhood, stigma against help-seeking, barriers to accessing care, and access to means of suicide. Digital media, like any other media, can play a significant role in either enhancing or weakening suicide prevention efforts.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline the number 1-800-273-8255. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress
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Children are not diagnosed with Bipolar before 18yrs. Bipolar runs in the family (genetic) and your child may be started on a mood stabilizer to help with symptoms.
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