How to deal with psychological disorders?

Who said that mental health has to be a dull topic? Let’s unpack how to deal with psychological disorders in a funnier, lighter way.

The Struggle is Real: Understanding Psychological Disorders

Before we start tackling the issue, let’s first discuss what psychological disorders are. Psychological disorders refer to a range of conditions that affect human behavior, emotions and thoughts.

Here are some quick facts:

  • Around one in every four people globally will experience mental health issues at some point.
  • Mental illnesses can come from genetic factors, life events or combinations of both.
  • Your culture also influences your perception towards help-seeking for mental illness.

Knowing all these can make you more aware and empathetic towards people dealing with such difficulties. That being said, having a positive attitude is half the battle won!

Spotting the Signs of Psychological Disorders

It’s not easy to detect someone’s struggling with their inner turmoil when they put on their ‘fake it till you made it’ mask. Here are common signs suggesting something’s happening below the surface:

  1. Unusually long periods of sadness
  2. Emotional outbursts
  3. Low energy levels
  4. Continuous worry/anxiety about situations/events
  5. Avoiding social interactions/withdrawal
  6. Mood swings over a brief period (like acting happy two minutes ago then crying now)
  7. Changes in appetite/sleep quality
    8.Combativeness/confrontational behaviour

If any symptom is affecting day-to-day life activities or persists for longer than usual (longer than two weeks) – advise them to seek professional assistance immediately.

Remember though; everyone has their quirks and bad days! Don’t diagnose yourself or anyone else just because one good friend suddenly becomes shy while chatting online – could just be them wanting some alone time!

The Many Types Of Therapy Available To You Today

Different psychological disorders require different approaches to resolve them. Booking a counseling session isn’t just sitting in front of someone and talking about your emotions – it involves an array of therapy types adapted to each illness’ symptoms.

Symptoms Of Anxiety & Depression

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy(CBT) is the most common type for both these illnesses. Essentially, It works on breaking down negative thought patterns that are affecting day-to-day life activities.

Anxiety Attacks & Phobias

Exposure Therapy forces individuals into their fear zone Eek! by gradually increasing their interaction with upsetting stimuli/objects. For example claustrophobia: Start by seeing enclosed spaces from afar > then looking at pictures> eventually walking into small rooms themselves > Progressively reducing anxiety over time until no more episodes occur!

Bipolar Disorder

Interpersonal Social Rhythm Theory- This identifies social changes that put pressure on preexisting rhythms or sleep-wake schedules and help develop strategies tailored to keeping everything consistent/prevent disorder attacks.

Schizophrenia- A form of Psychotherapy known as CBTp helps reduce symptom severity without deviating much from basic Cognitive-behavioral theory principles used earlier in treatment notably/importantly-focusing on positive self-image instead(often recommended after normalization has been achieved).

Borderline Personality Disorders

Dialectical behavior therapy helps people see beyond black-and-white thinking; participants become aware of emotional triggers allowing better control over reactions while coping during crisis situations effectively.

When To Seek Help for Your Psychological Disorder?

Sometimes we’re under stress or dealing with some minor emotional blip (like broken nails/dropping pizza slice cheese side-down), but when do things get serious enough to warrant intervention? Here are few scenarios:

Getting Thoughts Of Self-Harm Or Suicide

If gone unchecked indefinitely, they can worsen fast painfully for everyone involved even resulting sometimes unfortunately taking lives – always prioritize reaching out here.

Persistent Feelings Of Sadness/Insecurity

If it affects day-to-day activities or stays for too long (more than two weeks), consider discussing your concerns with a general practitioner or seeking therapy advice.

Family And Friends Sharing Your Concerns

They might see something you don’t. If multiple people bring up potentially alarming behavior changes, taking their worries seriously is crucial. Not everyone around us can identify and refer to psychological symptoms – It’s our job to take the next steps towards better mental well-being when that happens.

Coping With Mental Health Issues After Diagnosis

Receiving diagnosis of any form of psychological disorder runs along with denial/response emotions like: “but I’m perfectly normal!”/”I must’ve done something wrong somewhere!” But post diagnosis discussion/debriefing time reflection forces realization reality easier accept/cope moving.

  1. Immediately after diagnosis, always ask questions- not just on illness itself but also treatment available.
    2.Downloading apps capable tracking mood/alerting want record shifts/
    3.Tackling different forms encountered in client support groups which provide reassurance under confusing times
    4.Create emergency contact list naming family members/friends who will be magnet locations during episodes/suicidal feelings etc

It’s important not to wallow in self-pity all the time while recovering; life events continue occurring alongside progress milestones! Anticipating consequences actions taken forgetting past is more enjoyable instead living every moment creatively.

Taking A Leap Into Better Living

You’re finally taking practical action steps curing mentally crippling tendencies? You’re already a hero! Here are additional tips holding onto those great leaps forward:

Shaking Things Up In Life

Not everybody needs a complete personal transformation as soon as recovery starts, but small modifications daily routine bringing about positive change no matter how minor can activate momentum push full steam ahead!

Finding Balance In Daily Routines

While there’s benefit approaching individual tasks sometimes manage better blocking them out into smaller intervals working on at one time. Woven through each task achieved every day of the week practicing good mental hygiene over prolonged periods regardless long-term management.

Engaging Oneself Fully

Occupying mind distracting it from anxious/incoming stressors via trying novel activity takes mind off unrealistic worries help de-stress.

Conclusion

Congratulations – you’ve reached the end this humorous guide to dealing with psychological disorders! Remember, humor and laughter can be great medicine just not everything else- don’t lead others blindly towards any tips without rightfully understanding medical guidance first. Stay safe and happy, friends!

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