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Warning Signs: Mental Illness

Feels very sad, hopeless, or irritable

Feels overly anxious or worried

Is scared and fearful; has frequent nightmares

Is excessively angry

Uses alcohol or drugs

Avoids people; wants to be alone all of the time

Hears voices or sees things that aren't there

Can't concentrate, sit still, or focus attention

Needs to wash, clean things, or perform certain rituals many times a day

Talks about suicide or death

Hurts other people or animals, or damages property

Has major changes in eating or sleeping habits

Loses interest in friends or things usually enjoyed

Falls behind in school or earns lower grades

Source: YouthandFamilies.org

 

 



 

 

 

 
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