Recognizing Symptoms of Mental Health Disorders

Mental health, defined as the World Health Organization's universal definition, is "a general state of mental well-being in which the person realizes his or her capabilities, is able to cope with the demands of life, and is able to create a meaningful contribution to society". Mental health is an essential part of the personality. It is reflected in attitudes, beliefs, coping strategies and other areas. The ability to enjoy life and acquire happiness is important for healthy mental health.


There are many ways to measure mental health, but the most common is through the frequency and severity of symptoms experienced on a daily basis. Many people suffer from mild to severe mental illness and do not even know it. Others experience mild symptoms and may never realize that they have a problem. Because of this, the true extent of mental illness in society is often underestimated and understated.

People tend to underestimate or completely ignore warning signs when they encounter something that might cause concern. A friend can become distant over minor disagreements. A co-worker can appear grumpy all the time or snap at the smallest thing. Family members can exhibit mood swings and personality deficiencies on a regular basis. If something like this continues for a long period of time, a person should consider that there may be something to worry about. Signs of poor mental health problems are subtle, but should be given significant attention.

There are several warning signs that indicate that something is amiss. If you or your loved one displays these symptoms, you need to get help as soon as possible. A major indicator of future mental health issues is if a person tends to get angry about things that aren't really worth that much focus. If you or your loved one constantly gets angry about small things that shouldn't really bother them, there's a good chance they'll continue to do so and eventually get worse.

Other indications of poor mental health include depression and changes in sleep and/or appetite patterns. People who experience prolonged bouts of depression may seem to always be down, regardless of what's going on around them. They may also experience changes in their sleep patterns, which can result in oversleeping or remaining up late at night. Insomnia is another major indicator of poor social well-being that many people overlook. People who experience constant insomnia are usually extremely anxious, depressed, and anxious all the time - a sure sign of ongoing mental health problems.

One of the main reasons many people don't seek treatment for their mental health disorder is that they assume that the symptoms they're experiencing are caused by normal "growing up." When a person's symptoms start to show up early in life, they think they'll just "grow out of it" and stop experiencing the symptoms by themselves. While it's true that most mental illnesses begin in childhood or adolescence, there are plenty of symptoms that can manifest in adults well into the late thirties or forties.

If you suspect your loved one is suffering from either depression or any other form of mental health disorders, seek professional assistance. If you don't get help right away, it's possible your loved one will go untreated for a long time, which is far more detrimental to their mental health than if they had gotten help earlier on. Don't let depression get the best of you - regardless of whether or not you think your loved one should get help. Doing nothing isn't an option - anyone with depression or any other mental illnesses needs to get help if they want to have peace of mind and live a more normal, happy life.


Depression, stress, anxiety, and insomnia are some of the most common symptoms of mental illness. If you or a loved one is exhibiting any or several of these symptoms, you need to act now. There are plenty of options available when it comes to dealing with these types of disorders. Whether your loved one is responding to traditional treatment methods or you prefer to go with an alternative or natural method, there are natural cures for every type of mental illness - including depression and other serious forms of mental disorders.