Five signs you might be experiencing a mental health problem
Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The continuing stigma and lack of awareness surrounding the vast spectrum of mental health problems mean often people are not aware of the symptoms of even some of the most common disorders like depression and anxiety. Often, people are so busy and stressed in their everyday lives that they might not even notice that they are experiencing a mental health problem. “If you find your concentration is worse than usual, or that you’re having trouble with things like punctuality and decision-making at work or school, this might be a symptom of living with a mental health problem.” 3. Feeling removed or numb “If you are experiencing a mental health problem like depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder, it is possible to feel a sense of unreality and removed from your day-to-day life,” explains Ms Lyus.
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