Mental Health
DISCLAIMER:
The information presented is for educational purpose ONLY. It should not be construed as medical advice. Please contact your medical doctor regarding medical advice for medical disorders and any other medical illnesses.
Mental Health disorder does not discriminate and can affect anyone for different reasons, in many different situations. In his report on Mental Health in the Central Wisconsin Agricultural Extension Report, Henthorne (2019) shared that "Mental Health disorder, also known as mental illness is a diagnosable illness that affects a person’s ability to work or carry out other daily activities and engage in satisfying personal relationships (Mental Health First Aid). The causes of a mental health illness can be different depending on the impacts of the individual. The most common mental illnesses include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar (Henthorne, 2019).”
Individuals experiencing or living with mental health disorders need the necessary care and services to live and function daily. We must be willing to step away from the astigmatism of feeling like we are being labeled to gain the appropriate necessary care, services and knowledge we need to function with wisdom and understanding. Hosea 4:6 cautions us that we should not reject knowledge because without knowledge we are destroyed. In simple terms, we should be willing to research, read and gain understanding of different life issues so that we can get the appropriate knowledge we need for everyday living. When we reject knowledge, we are susceptible to what we are told or hear from others without any means of validity. Further, we subject ourselves to operating out of fear instead of what we know to be true.
In my personal experience, Mental Health can affect us in different ways, but it is more prevalent through anxiety and depression which could escalate into more severe trauma or illnesses, including self-harm or even death, if not appropriately addressed. It is important to understand that trying to address it on your own, without professional help, is not only dangerous but unhealthy in many ways. Be sure to get your healthcare professionals involved in your care to develop a realistic personal care plan (PCP) for you and your caregivers to follow. Be mindful that while friends and loved ones may be genuinely concerned about the illness, you should exercise care about how much information you share and with whom. Be mindful also of how much information you accept from others outside of your healthcare team to minimize unintentional, wrong advice. Now that we have a basic understanding of the disorder, let us seek to identify and understand factors that influence the disorder:
Was the disorder inherited at birth or brought on by something else?
Are you or your caregivers able to determine when you are approaching or in crisis?
What are you or your caregivers currently doing to address/manage the illness?
Has your healthcare professional team implemented a PCP for you? If yes, is it helping?
If you believe your care plan is not working, have you discussed it with your healthcare professional (doctor)?
Do you believe you need additional services to assist in your care?
Please use this resource if you, a friend or loved one find yourself in crisis.
Crisis Resources:
Mental Health Hotline - 877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline - 800-799-4889
National Drug & Alcohol - 800-662-4357
The information presented is for educational purpose ONLY. It should not be construed as medical advice. Please contact your medical doctor regarding medical advice for medical disorders and any other medical illnesses.
Mental Health disorder does not discriminate and can affect anyone for different reasons, in many different situations. In his report on Mental Health in the Central Wisconsin Agricultural Extension Report, Henthorne (2019) shared that "Mental Health disorder, also known as mental illness is a diagnosable illness that affects a person’s ability to work or carry out other daily activities and engage in satisfying personal relationships (Mental Health First Aid). The causes of a mental health illness can be different depending on the impacts of the individual. The most common mental illnesses include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar (Henthorne, 2019).”
Individuals experiencing or living with mental health disorders need the necessary care and services to live and function daily. We must be willing to step away from the astigmatism of feeling like we are being labeled to gain the appropriate necessary care, services and knowledge we need to function with wisdom and understanding. Hosea 4:6 cautions us that we should not reject knowledge because without knowledge we are destroyed. In simple terms, we should be willing to research, read and gain understanding of different life issues so that we can get the appropriate knowledge we need for everyday living. When we reject knowledge, we are susceptible to what we are told or hear from others without any means of validity. Further, we subject ourselves to operating out of fear instead of what we know to be true.
In my personal experience, Mental Health can affect us in different ways, but it is more prevalent through anxiety and depression which could escalate into more severe trauma or illnesses, including self-harm or even death, if not appropriately addressed. It is important to understand that trying to address it on your own, without professional help, is not only dangerous but unhealthy in many ways. Be sure to get your healthcare professionals involved in your care to develop a realistic personal care plan (PCP) for you and your caregivers to follow. Be mindful that while friends and loved ones may be genuinely concerned about the illness, you should exercise care about how much information you share and with whom. Be mindful also of how much information you accept from others outside of your healthcare team to minimize unintentional, wrong advice. Now that we have a basic understanding of the disorder, let us seek to identify and understand factors that influence the disorder:
Was the disorder inherited at birth or brought on by something else?
Are you or your caregivers able to determine when you are approaching or in crisis?
What are you or your caregivers currently doing to address/manage the illness?
Has your healthcare professional team implemented a PCP for you? If yes, is it helping?
If you believe your care plan is not working, have you discussed it with your healthcare professional (doctor)?
Do you believe you need additional services to assist in your care?
Please use this resource if you, a friend or loved one find yourself in crisis.
Crisis Resources:
Mental Health Hotline - 877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline - 800-799-4889
National Drug & Alcohol - 800-662-4357
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