The Plainville-Southington Health District wants to make residents aware of the signs and symptoms of mental illness. Mental illness is any disease or condition that influences the way a person thinks, feels, behaves, and/or relates to others and to his or her surroundings. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and are different depending on the type of mental illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about 25 percent of all U.S. adults have a mental illness and that nearly 50 percent of the U.S. adults will develop at least one mental illness during their lifetime. “Most people believe that mental illness or disorders are rare and happen to someone else,” said Shane Lockwood, PSHD Director of Health, reported a press release from the district. “In fact, mental illness is common and widespread. Learning that a family member has a mental illness can be physically and emotionally trying. It’s important to remember there is help available.” There are more than 200 forms of mental illness. Some of the more common disorders are depression, bipolar disorder, dementia, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders. Mental illness symptoms can affect emotions, thoughts and behaviors. According to the CDC, signs and symptoms include: […]
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