Mental Illness Symptoms

Symptoms

          Depending on the diagnosis, circumstances, and other factors, the signs and symptoms of mental illness might vary. Emotions, beliefs, and behaviors can all be affected by mental disease symptoms. 

Examples of signs and symptoms include:

• Feeling sad or down

• Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate

• Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt

• Extreme mood changes of highs and lows

• Withdrawal from friends and activities

• Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping

• Detachment from reality (delusions), paranoia or hallucinations

• Inability to cope with daily problems or stress

• Trouble understanding and relating to situations and to people

• Problems with alcohol or drug use

• Major changes in eating habits

• Sex drive changes

• Excessive anger, hostility or violence

• Suicidal thinking

          Physical difficulties, such as stomach pain, back pain, headaches, or other inexplicable aches and pains, can sometimes be indicators of a mental health disorder.

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          Consult your primary care provider or a mental health specialist if you have any indications or symptoms of a mental illness. Most mental diseases do not improve on their own, and if left untreated, they can worsen over time and lead to significant consequences.

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          Suicidal thoughts and behavior are common with some mental illnesses. If you think you may hurt yourself or attempt suicide, get help right away. You may contact NCMH's 24/7 Crisis Hotline:

• 1553 (Nationwide landline toll-free

• 0917-899-8727 (Globe)

• 0908-639-2672 (Smart)