Hey psych to goers have you ever found yourself in a period of intense mental distress?
That's what a mental breakdown can feel like
Some experience that progressively while others can feel it very suddenly
You may even find yourself unable to perform daily tasks due to the feeling of being so overwhelmed
So here are seven signs. You may be having a mental breakdown
One
isolation
Do you find yourself constantly avoiding social gatherings while wanting to be alone from time to time is perfectly normal
Constant isolation may be a sign of a mental breakdown
according to Novotny premature mortality is often associated with social isolation and loneliness if
You find yourself avoiding all social situations like spending time with your friends or even going to work
It may be time for you to reach out for some help to
Two
Depressive symptoms
Do you find yourself losing interest in the things you used to enjoy? If you do you may be developing symptoms of depression
Symptoms of depression are usually associated with loss of interest as well as the inability to carry out daily tasks
These signs can be indicative of a change in mood or that you are mentally overwhelmed which could progressively lead to a mental breakdown
number three
absent-mindedness
Have you been really caught up in your thoughts lately?
mental distress can cause you to think a lot a
Person on the verge of a mental breakdown can seem preoccupied as if their mind is elsewhere
You may even look like you're silently staring blankly into an open space, which is actually commonly seen in adolescent breakdowns
four
unhealthy lifestyle changes
from sleep hygiene to eating habits severe unhealthy lifestyle changes can be a sign of a mental breakdown.
These can include suddenly sleeping really late, snacking too much or not
Exercising because of a sudden loss of motivation. If you find yourself having sudden unhealthy lifestyle changes
You might want to check on your mental well-being
Five
paranoia
Are you constantly worried that people are gonna hurt you?
paranoia is a thought process that causes you to have irrational suspicion or mistrust of others
As paranoia is also known for having constant anxiety related beliefs
Developing symptoms of paranoia may indicate that you are under severe stress which can lead to a mental breakdown
Six
slowing down of speech
Have you responded with, I don't know or I just don't feel right
When asked about your feelings one of the earliest signs of a mental breakdown is changes in speech patterns
Which can come in the form of hesitation or in the slowness of speech.
This could be due to the emergence of intrusive thoughts or strong feelings you may find difficult to express in
seven, panic attacks
Mental breakdowns are periods of intense mental distress associated with anxiety and depression
Experiencing panic attacks may serve as a critical warning or precursor to having a mental breakdown
Do you relate to any of these signs? Let us know in the comments below?
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