Mental Health
Mental Health
Mental health is important at every stage of life, spanning from early childhood and adolescence to the phases of adulthood and aging.
What is Mental Health?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act, and helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices.
Early Signs of Mental Health Concerns
Early signs of mental health concerns may include:
- Eating or sleeping too much or too little
- Pulling away from people and usual activities
- Feeling numb or like nothing matters
- Feeling helpless or hopeless
- Feeling unusually confused, forgetful, on edge, angry, upset, worried, or scared
- Thinking of harming yourself or others
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