Understanding Mental Health

There are different forms of depression that affected more than 16 million people in the United States last year. We all feel down or have a bad day occasionally. But a persistent feeling of sadness, dread or hopelessness is not healthy, and could be a sign of depression.

Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health illnesses in the United States. It’s normal to feel anxious before a test, on the first day of work or in a new social situation. But when feeling anxious is relentless and impacts your daily life and decisions you make, it may be time to speak with a mental health professional.

28.8 million people in the United States will have an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge-eating disorder in their lifetime. The good news is that they’re very treatable and help is available.

Life is not without challenges, and we all feel stress and anxiety at times. Learning how to effectively manage stress and implementing practices of self-care may improve mental health and well-being.