What Are The Warning Signs?

Whether you or a loved one is experiencing or starting to notice some of these signs and symptoms below, please know that help is in reach at any time of the day. Experiencing some of these feelings can either be scary or perhaps even leave you feeling numb. Either case, find professional help as soon as possible. Early intervention is the key to living a healthy life.

Possible Signs and Symptoms:

• Withdrawal - Recent social withdrawal and loss of interest in others

• Drop in functioning - An unusual drop in functioning, at school, work or social activities, such as quitting sports, failing in school or difficulty performing familiar tasks

• Problems thinking - Problems with concentration, memory or logical thought and speech that are hard to explain

• Increased sensitivity - Heightened sensitivity to sights, sounds, smells or touch; avoidance of over-stimulating situations

• Apathy - Loss of initiative or desire to participate in any activity

• Feeling disconnected - A vague feeling of being disconnected from oneself or one’s surroundings; a sense of unreality

• Illogical thinking - Unusual or exaggerated beliefs about personal powers to understand meanings or influence events; illogical or “magical” thinking typical of childhood in an adult

• Nervousness - Fear or suspiciousness of others or a strong nervous feeling

• Unusual behavior - Odd, uncharacteristic, peculiar behavior

• Sleep or appetite changes - Dramatic sleep and appetite changes or decline in personal care

• Mood changes - Rapid or dramatic shifts in feelings

By all means, this is not a comprehensive list and should not be used to diagnose any specific illness. On the other hand, if you experience feelings similar to any of the above to any degree, take action to help yourself or your loved one.

If you are experiencing some or all of the above symptoms, please see your doctor or seek immediate help. Visit the "Immediate Help" tab at the top or bottom of the page for immediate help sources.

This post references this site: https://www.psychiatry.org/

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