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Signs, Symptoms & the Story
Signs
- Feeling anxious
- Irritable for long
- Depressed / sad for long
- Tearful
- High and low moods
- Fear
- Worry
- Social withdrawl
- Etc etc
Symptoms
- Headaches
- Muscle tension
- Palpitations
- Digestive issues
- Blood pressure issues
- Dizziness
- Chest pain/ tightness
- Clammy hands
- Body aches & pains
The Story
- Medical Issues
- Financial Problems
- Social Discomforts
- Sudden loss/ shock
- Burnout/Constant Stress
- Life changing event
- Substance abuse
- Relationship problems
Signs are those INDICATIONS, that are a part of the observable behaviour of the individual, who maybe experiencing certain thoughts, feelings and emotions that are unwanted by him/her.
Symptoms are the EFFECTS that surface on the physical body of the concerned individual and demand attention for cure, treatment or therapy.
Story is the actual reason(s) or CAUSES which is the main underlying factor responsible for the unrest present in the individual at one or many levels .
What is a Breakdown ?
It implies a complete collapse of a normal life and it’s basic functioning & operations.
Sometimes, it occurs for a very short span of time and does not fundamentally have a lasting impact on one’s life – such times are not cause for concern.
But, when these dysfunctions take places regularly and for longer durations, significantly impacting daily lifestyle requirements, then it is deemed a Mental/Nervous breakdown
More about Mental or Nervous Breakdown
What triggers Mental Breakdown?
Why do Mental breakdown occur?
When do Mental Breakdown happen?
What exactly happens during a Mental Breakdown?
How long do Mental Breakdown last?
Do all age groups experience breakdowns?
Mental Breakdowns (Repeated Meltdowns) can manifest across all age groups in various ways due to a multitude of reasons like:
- Biological Factors like a being on the spectrum of a clinical condition partially/ completely, physiological challenges like being differently abled /any dysfunction, Cognitive issues like learning disabilities.
- Social Factors like family environment, school environment, peers, social status, etc.
- Temperamental /Emotional Factors like excessive sensitivity, belief systems, etc.
- Economic Factors like unemployment, work related stress, insufficient funds as per needs, etc.
- Person Centric Factors like any particular individual like a teacher, friend, associate, boss, maybe even the self etc.
- Unspecified Factors: Many other reasons that may not be specified above but are relevant to the person affected.
Quick Tips to Self- Management
- Practice mindfulness.
- Educate close friends on the condition for timely help.
- Practice self compassion.
- Exercise regularly.
- Communicate your feelings.
- Pay attention to the body & its needs.
- Pick up a hobby like reading, dancing, painting, etc whatever you like.
- Reduce Technology
- Get in touch with a professional/ therapist/ counsellor/ mental health practitioner
