Mental Halo
Mental Halo
Mental Halo is a project that aims to advocate for awareness and improvement of mental health for adolecesents.Mental Halo is always available to contact. You can DM through any of the social media linked both above and below, or send an email.You are never alone.[email protected]
What Are Teenage Mental Health Stigmas?
Teenage mental health stigmas are negative stereotypes and attitudes (like viewing mental issues as weakness or attention-seeking) that make teens fear judgment, social exclusion, and bullying, preventing them from seeking crucial help, with influences coming from peers, family, media, and culture, worsened by factors like poverty or race. These stigmas create barriers to care, leading to isolation, discrimination, and untreated conditions, despite the high prevalence of issues like anxiety and depression in adolescents.
You're allowed to take up space.
Common teenage mental health problems include anxiety disorders (like GAD, social anxiety, panic disorder), depression, ADHD, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and behavioral/conduct problems. If you're concerned, professional help is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
It's okay to not be okay sometimes.
Signs to watch out for include:
1) Changes in mood, sleep, or eating habits.
2) Withdrawal from friends, family, or activities.
3) Extreme self-criticism or preoccupation with appearance.
4) Substance misuse or self-harm.
1 in 7
Number of teenagers with mental health issues globally.
14
Age of which anxiety or depression is usually developed.
20%
Percentage of teenagers reported to have felt persistent sadness.
How to reach out for help?
To reach out for mental health help as a teenager, talk to a trusted adult (parent, teacher, counselor), starting with a simple "I need to talk".
Confidential hotlines in your area are always available, using findahelpline.com
Visit a GP/doctor for referrals to psychiatrists/psychologists/counselors.
For more information, please visit the WHO website.