Mental health is complex. The fact that someone is not experiencing a mental health condition doesn't necessarily mean their mental health is flourishing. Also, it's possible to be diagnosed with a mental health condition while feeling well in many aspects of life.

Mental health is about being cognitively, emotionally and socially healthy - the way we think, feel and develop relationships - and not merely the absence of a mental health condition. 

There are various mental health conditions that individuals may experience.

Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, changes in appetite or sleep patterns, low energy, difficulty concentrating, and sometimes thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

Anxiety disorders involve excessive worry, fear, or apprehension that is out of proportion to the situation. Examples of anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and specific phobias.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Symptoms may include intrusive memories or nightmares, avoidance of triggers associated with the trauma, hypervigilance, and emotional distress.

Adjustment disorder, also known as situational or reactive disorder, is a mental health condition characterized by emotional and behavioral symptoms that develop in response to a stressful life event or a significant life change. These events can include the death of a loved one, relationship problems, job loss, relocation, financial difficulties, or major life transitions like starting college or becoming a parent.

If you are experiencing symptoms of mental ill-health and would like assistance with strategies to prevent your health from deteriorating you can book online here for an initial consultation.