Mental Health Awareness lecture and seminar.pptx

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1. The Importance of Mental Health

2. Your mental health matters the most! Mental health is crucial for your overall well-being because it affects how you think, feel, and interact with others. It's important to take care of your mental health through proper measures.

3. Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health 01 Childhood Abuse Childhood abuse, whether physical, sexual, emotional, or through neglect, can cause serious mental and emotional issues. It increases the risk of mental disorders like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders. Abused children might also face substance use problems and can develop medical issues like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease.

4. Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health 02 Biology Your biological makeup can affect your well-being. Some mental health disorders, like autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia, are hereditary and can be passed down through families.

5. Risk Factors for Poor Mental Health 03 Lifestyle Your lifestyle can affect your mental health. Smoking, poor diet, substance use, and lack of self-meditation can cause psychological harm and are linked to depression.

6. Signs of Mental Health Problems Changes in eating habits, such as overeating or undereating Noticeably reduced energy levels Withdrawing from others Persistent feelings of despair Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other substances Unexplained confusion, anger, guilt, or worry Severe mood swings Conflicts with family and friends Hearing voices with no identifiable source Thoughts of self-harm or harming others Difficulty performing daily tasks.

7. Benefits of Good Mental Health 01 When mental and emotional states are at peak levels, the challenges of life can be easier to overcome. A Stronger Ability to Cope With Life’s Stressors

8. Benefits of Good Mental Health 02 Mental health is closely linked to how you feel about yourself. Good mental wellness boosts self-esteem and confidence. Someone with good mental health tends to focus on their positive qualities and aims for a healthy, happy life. A Positive Self-Image

9. Benefits of Good Mental Health 03 If your mental health is in good standing, you might be more capable of providing your friends and family with quality time, affection, and support. When you're not in emotional distress, it can be easier to show up and support the people you care about. Healthier Relationships

10. Benefits of Good Mental Health 04 Dealing with depression or other mental health disorders can lower your productivity. If you feel mentally strong, you will likely work more efficiently and produce higher-quality work. Better Productivity

11. Benefits of Good Mental Health 05 When mental well-being thrives, your quality of life may improve. This can give room for greater participation in community building Higher Quality of Life

12. How to Maintain Mental Health and Well-Being Stay connected with loved ones Maintain a positive outlook on life Engage in regular exercise Learn coping skills for life's challenges Prioritize daily rest and sleep Practice meditation/Devotional Prayer

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