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    Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act. It determines how we handle stress and relate to others. Signs and symptoms of mental illness vary but can include feelings of sadness, confusion, fears, extreme mood changes, withdrawal, and detachment from reality. Adolescence presents challenges like physical and social changes that can impact mental health. Improving mental wellbeing involves reducing stress, connecting with others, getting enough sleep, and developing coping strategies such as meditation, physical activity, and spending time with friends.

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    Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act. It determines how we handle stress and relate to others. Signs and symptoms of mental illness vary but can include feelings of sadness, confusion, fears, extreme mood changes, withdrawal, and detachment from reality. Adolescence presents challenges like physical and social changes that can impact mental health. Improving mental wellbeing involves reducing stress, connecting with others, getting enough sleep, and developing coping strategies such as meditation, physical activity, and spending time with friends.

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    Signs and Symptoms - Treatment and How To Develop Coping Stategies

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    SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS .

    TREATMENT AND HOW TO DEVELOP COPING STATEGIES.


    WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH..
    Mental health includes our emotional,psychological, and social wellbeing.

    It affects how we think, act and feel.It helps determine how we handle
    stress, relate with others and make healthy choices. Mental health is
    important in every stage of life;from childhood to adolescence though
    adulthood.
    SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:

    Symptoms Examples of signs and symptoms include:

    Signs and symptoms of mental illness can ● Feeling sad or down


    vary, depending on the disorder, ● Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate
    circumstances and other factors. Mental ● Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt
    illness symptoms can affect emotions, ● Extreme mood changes of highs and lows
    thoughts and behaviors. ● Withdrawal from friends and activities
    ● Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping
    ● Detachment from reality (delusions), paranoia or hallucinations
    CHALLENGES YOUNG PEOPLE ENCOUNTER THAT COULD LEAD TO POOR MENTAL HEALTH

    One in six people are aged 10-19 years. Adolescence is a unique and formative time. Physical, emotional and social
    changes, including exposure to poverty, abuse, or violence, can make adolescents vulnerable to mental health
    problems. Protecting adolescents from adversity, promoting socio-emotional learning and psychological well-being,
    and ensuring access to mental health care are critical for their health and well-being during adolescence and adulthood.
    How to improve mental wellbeing

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    forTips improving your mental wellbeing

    ● Relax and reduce stress.


    ● Find ways to learn and be creative.
    ● Spend time in nature.
    ● Connect with others.
    ● Look after your physical health.
    ● Try to get enough sleep.
    How to develop coping strategies

    Good Coping Skills


    ● Practicing meditation and relaxation techniques;
    ● Having time to yourself;
    ● Engaging in physical activity or exercise;
    ● Reading;
    ● Spending time with friends;
    ● Finding humor;
    ● Spending time on your hobbies;
    ● Engaging in spirituality

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