Everyone has mental health, and it can fluctuate from good to poor. Good mental health is not necessarily just the absence of a diagnosable mental illness. You can be diagnosed with a mental illness and still have good mental health, and likewise you can not have a mental illness and still have poor mental health. In this video, we go over what good mental health is, things that someone with good mental health will likely be able to do, signs that someone may be struggling with their mental health, and tips for taking care of your mental health. JOIN OUR ONLINE PEER SUPPORT COMMUNITY Join a welcoming community of your peers and find comfort in sharing your experiences. By joining our community, you can benefit from the support of others who understand what you’re going through. We offer live weekly facilitated video peer support groups and text channels to communicate about a wide range of topics. Join today and start feeling less alone with what you’re going through. • Schizophrenia Peer Support Community: https://www.schizophreniapeersupport.com • General Mental Illness Peer Support Community: https://www.onlinepeersupport.com HELP SUPPORT THE CHANNEL We depend on the support of our audience to create this valuable resource. If you have found our content helpful, please consider supporting us today. Your contribution can make a huge difference and enable us to continue providing valuable resources to those living with mental illness. • One-time donation: https://donate.stripe.com/9AQ6oV5S0eft5568ww • Monthly donation: https://www.patreon.com/livingwellwithschizophrenia MENTAL HEALTH APPAREL Wear your support for mental health! Our t-shirts, sweaters, and mugs not only spread awareness but also help support this channel. Pick up some mental health apparel today and make a statement while making a difference. https://livingwell.myspreadshop.com/ SPEAKING & CONSULTING Looking for an expert speaker or consultant for your upcoming event or project? With years of experience and a passion for mental health advocacy, I can provide the insight and inspiration you need to make a positive impact. Visit my speaking website to learn more! https://www.laurenkennedywest.com/ SOCIALS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingwellwithschizophrenia/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livingwellschizophrenia Twitter: https://twitter.com/LWSchizophrenia Website: https://www.livingwellwithschizophrenia.org #schizophrenia #livingwellwithschizophrenia #schizoaffectivedisorder #mentalhealth #spectrum

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Qualified Clinical Supervisor. She received her PhD in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Florida in 2002. In addition to being a practicing clinician, she has provided training to counselors, social workers, nurses and case managers internationally since 2006 through AllCEUs.com CEUs are available for this presentation at AllCEUs https://www.allceus.com/member/cart/index/product/id/1174/c/ #socialmedia #mentalhealth Want to listen to it as a podcast instead? Subscribe to Counselor Toolbox Podcast Also check out our other podcasts, Happiness Isn't Brain Surgery and Addiction Counselor Exam Review AllCEUs provides multimedia #counseloreducation and CEUs for LPCs, LMHCs, LMFTs and LCSWs as well as #addiction counselor precertification training and continuing education. Live, Interactive Webinars ($5) Unlimited Counseling CEs for $59 – Internet use in general significantly affects participation in IRL experiences. – Increased time spent online is related to – A decline in communication with family members (or inadequate support to begin with) – Reduction of the internet user's social circle – Reduction in sleep – Increased feelings of depression and loneliness – Chicken or egg – Internet cause or ancillary behaviors cause- What Research Tells Us – People spend the majority of their time on SNS looking at peers’ profiles and photos, rather than posting or updating their own profiles – Computer-mediated communication may lead to the mistaken impressions about physical appearance, educational level, success, intelligence, moral integrity, and happiness of other people, thus increasing depression. – Constant self-evaluation and competition with other users, incorrectly perceiving characteristics of others and feelings of jealousy may positively or negatively influence self-esteem. What Research Tells Us – Technology-based Social Comparison and Feedback-Seeking (SCFS) was found to be associated with depressive symptoms when comparing people with similar levels of overall frequencies of technology use, offline Excessive Reassurance-Seeking (ERS), and prior depressive symptoms – Stronger associations between technology-based SCFS and depressive symptoms for unpopular individuals – May increase FoMo – Allows for unhealthy perseveration What Research Tells Us – Higher psychological distress was associated with displaying depression language on Facebook and with less satisfaction with friend’s responses – Depression was negatively correlated with how much social support participants thought they received from their Facebook networks – Sudden cessation of online social networking (i.e., lack of Internet connection) may in some chronic users cause signs and symptoms of psychological withdrawal – Some researchers identify that due to the wide array of activities available on SNS, it is difficult to conclude which parts contribute to preoccupation and withdrawal (gaming, FoMo, attention etc…) Benefits – Easily reach millions of people with information to improve their health literacy – Increase health-related behaviors through gamification and social support (Garmin, Bodybuilding.com, SparkPeople) – Allows for potential screening and early identification of problems #bigbrother – May bring to light conversations and behaviors that existed all along IRL – Increases communication with IRL friends at a distance Resiliency Factors – IRL support – Self esteem – A sense of belonging – Self-awareness – Effective communication skills – Psychological flexibility – Alternate sources of validation – Understanding of the algorithms on SNS – Fewer stranger connections Summary – Social media itself is not necessarily harmful – Social media can provide opportunities for positive interactions – People’s reaction to social media – May mirror their IRL activities like excessive attention seeking – May be the opposite of RL presenting an idealized self which then makes them feel even more isolated  #AllCEUs courses are accepted in most states because we are approved as an education provider for NAADAC, the States of Florida and Texas Boards of Social Work and Mental Health/Professional Counseling, the California Consortium for Addiction Professionals and Professions.

The current challenges brought about by COVID-19 for people all around the globe have caused fear, anxiety, and uncertainty for so many of us. It's important to understand you are not alone in how you are feeling right now, and there are practical, healthy ways to help cope with these emotions. Expand the description to find a list of free, 24/7 hotlines, and text lines below. #COVID19 #MentalHealth Follow and subscribe to Psych Hub: https://www.facebook.com/PsychHubEd/ https://twitter.com/psychhub https://www.instagram.com/psychhubeducation/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/psychhubeducation/  __ Psych Hub is an educational service, and the information in this video is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you or someone you know are experiencing what you believe are mental health symptoms, please consult with a trained medical professional or a licensed mental health provider. We recommend consulting with a licensed behavioral health provider before trying any of the strategies mentioned in our materials. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911. For information on how to find support and treatment, and hotlines for specific issues and audiences, visit PsychHub.com/Hotline. If you or someone you know are having thoughts of suicide or self-harm or are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call a national 24/7 hotline. For United States residents, those are: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. AVAILABILITY: 24/7/365 PHONE NUMBERS: Primary line: 1-800-273-8255 Ayuda en Español: 1-888-628-9454 Video relay service: 800-273-8255 TTY: 800-799-4889 Voice/Caption Phone: 800-273-8255 ONLINE CHAT: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ WEBSITE: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Crisis Text Line For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. AVAILABILITY: 24/7/365 TEXT NUMBER: US & Canada: Text HOME to 741741 UK: Text 85258 Ireland: Text 086 1800 280 WEBSITE: crisistextline.org © 2021 Psych Hub, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Talking openly about your mental health can help you in your treatment process, but sometimes it's hard to know where to start. Learn some simple steps to identify and share your feeling with others. #TalkAboutMentalHealth #HowToTalkAboutMentalHealth #MentalHealth __ Follow and subscribe to Psych Hub: https://www.facebook.com/PsychHubEd/ https://twitter.com/psychhub https://www.instagram.com/psychhubeducation/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/psychhubeducation/ Learning about mental health is crucial for us all to imagine a better future for everyone. Psych Hub's Mental Health Ally Certification learning hubs will help you become an important steward of your wellbeing and that of your loved ones. Start learning here: www.psychhub.com __ Psych Hub is an educational service, and the information in this video is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you or someone you know are experiencing what you believe are mental health symptoms, please consult with a trained medical professional or a licensed mental health provider. We recommend consulting with a licensed behavioral health provider before trying any of the strategies mentioned in our materials. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911. For information on how to find support and treatment, and hotlines for specific issues and audiences, visit Psychhub.com/hotline. If you or someone you know are having thoughts of suicide or self-harm or are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call a national 24/7 hotline. For United States residents, those are: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. AVAILABILITY: 24/7/365 PHONE NUMBERS: Primary line: 1-800-273-8255 Ayuda en Español: 1-888-628-9454 Video relay service: 800-273-8255 TTY: 800-799-4889 Voice/Caption Phone: 800-273-8255 ONLINE CHAT: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ WEBSITE: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Crisis Text Line For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. AVAILABILITY: 24/7/365 TEXT NUMBER: US & Canada: Text HOME to 741741 UK: Text 85258 Ireland: Text 086 1800 280 WEBSITE: crisistextline.org © 2021 Psych Hub, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Mental illness, also known as mental health disorders, refers to a wide range of mental health problems that affect your mood, thinking, and behavior for a sustained period of time. Depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors are examples of mental illnesses that can have a long-lasting impact on you. Are you wondering if your mental health is deteriorating? Do you remember the last time you felt sad, anxious, or scared that you were somehow “off”? As a disclaimer, do not use this video to self diagnose. These are more like warning signs that you should not ignore. Use them as a guide when talking to a professional when explaining how you are feeling. #mentalhealth #psych2go #mentalillness Related Videos: 10 Common Mental Illnesses Crash Course https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaSpas9hWNQ 7 Silent Facts About People Struggling With Their With Mental illness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG1VpuLFAjA 5 Signs Your Mental Health is Falling Apart https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Aa-KTDTCEI&t=1s Credits Writer: Spicevicious Script Editor: Kelly Soong VO: Amanda Silvera Animator: Clarisse Lim Xingyi YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong Storyboarder: Yi Lin Did you enjoy this animation? Would you like to see more? You can find more of Clarisse's work on our channel here: https://youtu.be/bny9YViO15o References American Academy of Pediatrics. (2020). “Mood Disorders and ADHD.” Healthy Children.org. Retrieved from https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/adhd/Pages/Mood-Disorders-ADHD.aspx American Psychiatric Association. (2020). “What Is Depression?” American Psychiatric Association. Retrieved from https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression/what-is-depression Australian Government Department of Health. (2007). “What is Mental Illness?” Australian Government Department of Health. Retrieved from https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/publications/publishing.nsf/Content/mental-pubs-w-whatmen-toc~mental-pubs-w-whatmen-what Brådvik L. (2018). Suicide Risk and Mental Disorders. International journal of environmental research and public health, 15(9), 2028. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph15092028 Harvard Medical School. (2020). “Sleep and Mental Health.” Harvard Health Publishing. Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/sleep-and-mental-health Healthline. (2020). “Do I Have Anger Issues? How to Identify and Treat an Angry Outlook.” Healthline. Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/health/anger-issues#causes Kumari, R., Chaudhury, S., & Kumar, S. (2013). Dimensions of hallucinations and delusions in affective and nonaffective illnesses. ISRN psychiatry, 2013, 616304. https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/616304 Mental Health America. (2020). “Mental Illness and the Family: Recognizing Warning Signs and How to Cope.” Mental Health America. Retrieved from https://www.mhanational.org/recognizing-warning-signs Mental Health Foundation. (2020). “The Truth about Self-Harm.” Mental Health Foundation. Retrieved from https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/truth-about-self-harm MentalHelp.net. (2015). “Recognizing Anger Signs.” MentalHelp.net. Retrieved from https://www.mentalhelp.net/anger/recognizing-signs/ MentalHealth.gov. (2019). “Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders.” MentalHealth.gov. Retrieved from https://www.mentalhealth.gov/what-to-look-for/mental-health-substance-use-disorders National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. (2020). “Bipolar Disorder.” National Alliance on Mental Illness. Retrieved from https://www.nami.org/learn-more/mental-health-conditions/bipolar-disorder National Institute of Mental Health . (2020). “Generalized Anxiety Disorder.” National Institute of Mental Health. Retrieved from https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad/index.shtml National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. (2020). “Psychosis.” National Alliance on Mental Illness. Retrieved from https://www.nami.org/earlypsychosis National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. (2020). “10 Signs of Mental Illness” National Alliance on Mental Illness. Retrieved from https://www.nami.org/learn-more/know-the-warning-signs National Institute of Mental Health . (2020). “Depression in Women: 5 Things You Should Know.” National Institute of Mental Health. Retrieved from https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression-in-women/index.shtml Raymond H. Starr, Howard Dubowitz, Chapter 41 - SOCIAL WITHDRAWAL AND ISOLATION, Editor(s): William B. Carey, Allen C. Crocker, William L. Coleman, Ellen Roy Elias, Heidi M. Feldman, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics (Fourth Edition), W.B. Saunders, 2009, Pages 397-406, ISBN 9781416033707, https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4160-3370-7.00041-9. (http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9781416033707000419) Trampe, D., Quoidbach, J., & Taquet, M. (2015). Emotions in Everyday Life. PloS one, 10(12), e0145450. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0145450

Here are practical ways to achieve better mental health and balance in your life, such as practicing gratitude, connecting with others, and maintaining physical health. #MentalHealthTips #WellnessTips #MentalHealth __ Follow and subscribe to Psych Hub: https://www.facebook.com/PsychHubEd/ https://twitter.com/psychhub https://www.instagram.com/psychhubeducation/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/psychhubeducation/ Learning about mental health is crucial for us all to imagine a better future for everyone. Psych Hub's Mental Health Ally Certification learning hubs will help you become an important steward of your wellbeing and that of your loved ones. Start learning here: www.psychhub.com __ Psych Hub is an educational service, and the information in this video is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you or someone you know are experiencing what you believe are mental health symptoms, please consult with a trained medical professional or a licensed mental health provider. We recommend consulting with a licensed behavioral health provider before trying any of the strategies mentioned in our materials. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911. For information on how to find support and treatment, and hotlines for specific issues and audiences, visit PsychHub.com/Hotline. If you or someone you know are having thoughts of suicide or self-harm or are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call a national 24/7 hotline. For United States residents, those are: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. AVAILABILITY: 24/7/365 PHONE NUMBERS: Primary line: 1-800-273-8255 Ayuda en Español: 1-888-628-9454 Video relay service: 800-273-8255 TTY: 800-799-4889 Voice/Caption Phone: 800-273-8255 ONLINE CHAT: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ WEBSITE: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Crisis Text Line For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. AVAILABILITY: 24/7/365 TEXT NUMBER: US & Canada: Text HOME to 741741 UK: Text 85258 Ireland: Text 086 1800 280 WEBSITE: crisistextline.org © 2021 Psych Hub, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Do you know someone in church who is currently struggling with mental health issues? And you want to extend your support, but you just don’t know how? We feel you. Here are 6 practical ways of how we can support each other. Disclaimer: The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, or to be used for diagnosis or treatment. It is provided for educational purposes only. Find out more about faith and mental health: https://ymi.today/faith-and-mental-health/ Website: https://ymi.today/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visitymitoday/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ymi_today/ Telegram: https://t.me/ymi_today TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@ymi_today #HelpingaFriend #MentalHealthAwareness #Christians #YMIToday

#mentalhealthawareness Mental Health Awareness | Understanding Mental Health The objectives of this video are to: - Increase understanding of mental health issues - Learn to identify early warning signs - Understand the importance of getting help if needed - Learn skills and resources that support mental health