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Writer's pictureMara B. Edmunds, LMFT

Are You Missing These Warning Signs? When to Seek Professional Help for Your Mental Health

Updated: Jul 25


In our fast-paced and often stressful world, it's crucial to prioritize our mental health as much as our physical well-being. Recognizing when it's time to seek professional help can be a significant step towards healing and growth. Here are some signs to look out for that indicate it might be time to reach out to a mental health professional:


  • Persistent Feelings of Sadness or Anxiety : If you find yourself constantly overwhelmed by feelings of sadness, anxiety, or hopelessness that persist over an extended period, it may be a sign of a deeper issue that requires professional support.

  • Difficulty Coping with Daily Living or in Relationships : Struggling to manage everyday tasks, feeling emotionally drained by minor setbacks, experiencing difficulties in your relationships, displaying sudden bursts of anger, struggling to trust others, or experiencing a sense of helplessness can all point to the need for professional guidance to develop healthier coping mechanisms.

  • Changes in Sleep Patterns or Appetite : Significant changes in your sleep patterns, such as insomnia or oversleeping, or alterations in your appetite, such as loss of appetite or overeating, could be red flags indicating an underlying mental health concern.

  • Social Withdrawal or Isolation : If you find yourself withdrawing from social activities, distancing yourself from loved ones, or feeling an overwhelming sense of loneliness even in the presence of others, it may be time to seek support to address these feelings of isolation.

  • Difficulty Concentrating or Making Decisions : Persistent difficulties in focusing, making decisions, or recalling information can impact your work, relationships, and overall well-being. Seeking professional help can provide strategies to improve cognitive function.

  • Engaging in Self-Destructive Behaviors : Engaging in harmful behaviors like substance abuse, self-harm, or risky actions can be indicators of underlying mental health issues that a professional can assist you in navigating effectively.

  • Physical Symptoms without Clear Medical Cause : Unexplained physical symptoms such as headaches, digestive issues, or chronic pain that do not have a clear medical cause could be manifestations of psychological distress, making it essential to address the root cause through therapy or counseling.

  • Feeling Disconnected from Reality : Experiencing feelings of detachment from reality, persistent intrusive thoughts, or hallucinations may signal the presence of a mental health condition that requires professional evaluation and treatment.


Taking the step to seek help for your mental health is a courageous and empowering choice that can lead to improved well-being and quality of life. Remember that you don't have to navigate these challenges alone, and professional support is available to assist you on your journey towards mental health and emotional wellness.


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