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How do I know if I need help?
Having a mental health challenge can affect our lives in many ways. Our normal activities may be affected negatively, intimate relationships can be profoundly affected, friendships may be lost and we may even lose employment and financial security. That’s why it’s important to take action if you think you or someone you know may be suffering with a challenge to mental health. If you think you have noticed an issue for yourself or someone you care for, the first questions to ask are: 1. Is it severe? In other words, is it having a serious, negative effect? 2. Is it persistent? Has it been happening for a while? 3. Is it interfering with daily activities, work or studies, and family and social relationships? If you answered ‘yes’ to two or more of these questions, it’s worth taking the issue seriously. Read on for more information on how to recognise problems and take the next steps towards a solution.
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