You can be functioning—and still not be okay

Community health discussion on TeleHealthCircle.

Community: Mental Wellness

Mental-health difficulties do not always look like complete breakdown. Someone may continue to: • attend meetings • meet deadlines • care for the family • smile in photographs • respond with “I’m fine” And still be struggling internally. Possible signs of emotional distress may include: • constantly feeling mentally exhausted • becoming unusually irritable • losing interest in previously enjoyable activities • withdrawing from people • struggling to concentrate • experiencing persistent changes in sleep or appetite • feeling hopeless, numb or overwhelmed Being productive does not automatically mean being well. When distress persists, worsens or interferes with daily life, speaking with a qualified mental-health professional can help. What is one sign of emotional exhaustion that people commonly overlook? This post is for general education and does not provide a diagnosis. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression The mental-health content is grounded in guidance from WHO, NIMH and India’s Ministry of Health. Persistent symptoms affecting daily functioning warrant professional evaluation; urgent help is needed where there are thoughts of suicide or immediate danger. India’s 24×7 Tele-MANAS service is available at 14416 or 1800-89-14416.

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