Recognising Changes in
Your Mental Health

Mental health concerns don't always look the same for everyone. Sometimes, the first signs can be subtle changes in how you feel, think, behave, or function.

Recognising these changes can be an important first step towards understanding what you're experiencing and deciding whether support may be helpful.

What to Look Out For

Emotions & Mood

Persistent sadness, irritability, fear, worry, feeling overwhelmed, or loss of interest in things you usually enjoy.

Persistent Worry
Restlessness
Sleep Issues

Common

Thoughts

Difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts, excessive worrying, negative thinking, or feeling unable to switch off your mind.

  • Emotional Overload
  • Brain Fog

Sleep & Energy

Ongoing difficulty sleeping, sleeping much more than usual, persistent tiredness, or noticeable changes in energy.

High Phase

Intense energy, decreased need for sleep.

Low Phase

Deep sadness, withdrawal from activities.

Behaviour

Changes in habits, motivation, activity levels, eating patterns, substance use, or withdrawing from others.

Seek professional guidance if symptoms persist.

Everyday Functioning

Difficulty managing work, studies, responsibilities, self-care, or activities that were previously manageable.

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Relationships

Withdrawing from people, increased conflict, difficulty communicating, or feeling disconnected from others.

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When Should You Seek Help?

Everyone experiences difficult days. What matters is how persistent, intense, or disruptive the changes are.

If something has been troubling you for some time or is affecting your everyday life, talking to a mental-health professional can be a helpful next step.

You don't need to wait until things become overwhelming to ask for help.
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