Mental health is about one’s well-being and ability to thrive amidst stressors. Challenges to mental health often occur in silence, and they affect more people than you might think. According to the Florida Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, the most recent data shows that the percentage of adults in Polk County who reported poor mental health on 14 or more days per month in 2022 was 17.2% compared to 15% in Florida.
Mental health is closely linked to overall health, and learning to recognize warning signs in yourself and those around you is crucial in supporting mental wellness. The earliest changes tend to be small shifts in how we think, feel, behave, or interact with others. Mental health awareness starts with understanding what these early signs look like and how to respond when you notice them.
Recognize the Signs…