Baby Steps to Mental Health March 21’

NMZ Tampa | Church Quarterly Mental Health Newsletter (March)

Red Flags

Times have been difficult for many of us, and a negative emotional reaction can be expected. However, there are some red flags to look out for that may indicate that a bigger issue is occurring.

Listed below are some red flags indicating that professional help may be needed:

1. Anger outbursts/irritability

2. Child disobedience/disrespect

3. Moodiness

4. Excessive or inefficient sleeping or eating habits

5. Low motivation or failing grades

Common Diagnoses

Red flags can be indicators of a diagnosable condition. Depression (low energy, low motivation, hopelessness) and Anxiety (racing thoughts, excessive worries, sleeping difficulties) are common mental health diagnoses that are treatable when accurately detected. These diagnoses are often triggered by the following:

1. Unfulfilling relationships or not feeling valued/heard in relationships

2. Grief or Trauma: Any significant change can trigger adjustment difficulties (moving, death, assault, a new baby, etc).

3. Genetic predisposition