Posts Tagged ‘Mental health’
How to Resolve Conflicts Involving Mental Health
One in five adults each year are coping with a diagnosable mental health problem. Even if our problems don’t escalate to diagnoses, we all know what it’s like to have a bad day. How do we have effective communication when we’re impacted by mental health issues, or just trying to talk about them? Dan Berstein, a mediator with bipolar disorder and an expert in mental health communication, will share insights to help you have empowering mental health conversations.
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Adolescent Mental Health Disorders: Adults’ Negative Reactions Can “Amp” Conflict
Mental health includes decision making, communication, and handling life’s pressure. When an adolescent has a mental health disorder, it may negatively impact the person’s ability to handle stress and interact with others. The National Advisory Mental Health Council estimates that 1 in 5 adolescents suffer from one or more mental disorders. Although mental illness can be mistaken as normal adolescent development, there are signs and symptoms that an adult can recognize. Recognizing these hidden mental health signs early can be important in preventing teen substance abuse, family conflicts, school violence, or even suicide in teens.
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