World Mental Health Day is on October 10 and as our understanding of mental health grows, we grow along with it. Mental health has come a long way since the early nineties when the World Federation of Mental Health (WFMH) officially established the day.
Is there a mental health Awareness Day?
Sunday Oct. 10: World Mental Health Day.
What are the 4 types of mental illness?
Types of mental illness
- mood disorders (such as depression or bipolar disorder)
- anxiety disorders.
- personality disorders.
- psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia)
- eating disorders.
- trauma-related disorders (such as post-traumatic stress disorder)
- substance abuse disorders.
What is the month of October awareness?
Awareness Months For October 2021
| Awareness Event | Nation | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer Awareness Month | Worldwide | Begins In 10 Days |
| Down Syndrome Awareness Month | United States | Begins In 10 Days |
| Healthy Lung Month | United States | Begins In 10 Days |
| Liver Awareness Month | United States | Begins In 10 Days |
What is the most difficult mental illness to treat?
Why Borderline Personality Disorder is Considered the Most “Difficult” to Treat. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is defined by the National Institute of Health (NIH) as a serious mental disorder marked by a pattern of ongoing instability in moods, behavior, self-image, and functioning.
How does a mentally ill person behave?
Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt. Extreme mood changes of highs and lows. Withdrawal from friends and activities. Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping.