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Sleep
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The condition of your body such as absence of disease to fitness level.

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Physical health is defined as the condition of your body, taking into consideration everything from the absence of disease to fitness level. Physical health is critical for overall well-being, and can be affected by: Lifestyle: diet, level of physical activity, and behaviour (for instance, smoking); Human biology: a person’s genetics and physiology may make it easier or harder to achieve good physical health; Environment: our surroundings and exposure to factors such as sunlight or toxic substances; Healthcare service: good healthcare can help prevent illness, as well as detect and treat illness.

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Sleep- Different processes that occur during sleep help to promote healthy brain activity and maintain good overall health.

Eat- A healthy diet helps children grow and develop properly and reduces their risk of chronic diseases. Adults who eat a healthy diet live longer and have a lower risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Healthy eating can help people with chronic diseases manage these conditions and avoid complications.

Exercise- Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities.

Stress free- Effective stress management helps you break the hold stress has on your life, so you can be happier, healthier, and more productive. The ultimate goal is a balanced life, with time for work, relationships, relaxation, fun, and having the resilience to hold up under pressure and meet challenges head on.

Avoid drugs- Use of drugs have many negative effects on people it can cause mood swings, increased aggression, insomnia, memory problems, reduced appetite, liver problems, kidney problems, heart problems, cancer, dental health problems, mental health issues, psychosis, and social problems. Usage of drugs can also lead to overdosing.

Weight control- Achieving a healthy weight can help you control your cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. It might also help you prevent weight-related diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and some cancers.

Save sex for marriage- Some side effects of sex are sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or accidental pregnancy.

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One's emotional and psychological condition, it affects how we think, feel, act, and handle stress.

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Emotional health is one aspect of mental health. It is your ability to cope with both positive and negative emotions, which includes your awareness of them. Emotionally healthy people have good coping mechanisms for negative emotions, and they also know when to reach out to a professional for help.

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When picturing health, your mind may go directly to the physical. However, emotions also play a strong role in well-being. Studies have shown a connection between regulated mental health and the body's physical health. A more holistic health approach will consider the state of both your mind and body, often referred to as the mind-body connection.

Stay connected. Community is important. Plan regular shared time with friends and family members. Virtual connections are good, but seeing someone in person once in a while is helpful too.

Meditate. Meditation helps you to notice your thoughts and emotions, which is key to emotional wellness.

Watch how you talk about yourself. Negative self-talk can become a self-fulfilling prophecy, or just put you in a negative mindset. Work on creating a positive image of yourself with your words. Your thoughts may soon follow.

Set goals and celebrate your achievements. Give yourself something to strive for, and celebrate your accomplishments to build self-esteem and positive feelings about yourself.

Use substances in moderation. Sometimes drinking too much alcohol is a way to numb difficult emotions. Notice when you are using substances more than usual, and think about whether there's an emotional cause for this.

Learn strategies for resilience. This is your ability to react to difficult emotions and stressful situations. Many of the same things that help you with emotional health can also improve your resilience.

Get enough sleep. Studies show that a lack of sleep lessens your ability to sense the emotions of others and your ability to process emotions in general.

Exercise. Staying physically active for at least 30 minutes a day can help to improve your overall emotional health. The exercise doesn't need to be overly tough or intense. Just going for a walk or dancing around your house can help.

Find meaning in your life. Some people have jobs that give them a feeling of purpose, but that's not the only way to find meaning in your life. Something as simple as caring for a pet or volunteering for a cause that you're passionate about can also give you that feeling.

Know when to reach out for help. You don't have to handle negative emotions on your own. Knowing when to reach out to a mental health professional for help with difficult emotions is a useful skill to have. You should also reach out to one if you have tried to improve your emotional health, but still aren't feeling your best.

Emotional health is one aspect of mental health. It is your ability to cope with both positive and negative emotions, which includes your awareness of them. Emotionally healthy people have good coping mechanisms for negative emotions, and they also know when to reach out to a professional for help.

Emotional wellness is tied to physical health. People who experience great amounts of stress and negative emotions will sometimes develop other health problems. These problems are not caused directly by the negative feelings, but by behaviors that negative emotions can influence due to a lack of emotional regulation. For example, some people enjoy smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol as a way to relieve stress. However, those habits put you at a greater risk for cancer, heart disease, and other illnesses.

Keep in mind that a person can experience mental illness or bad days, and still have good emotional wellness. Mental illnesses often have deeper causes like a chemical imbalance or trauma. Emotional health has more to do with emotional regulation, awareness, and coping skills, and these strategies can be used by people with or without a mental illness.

Some warning signs of emotional health in need of care include:

Isolating yourself from friends, family, or coworkers

Lower energy than usual

Sleeping too much or too little

Eating too much or too little

Increased use of substances

Racing thoughts

Lower performance at work

More interpersonal conflicts than usual

Feelings of irritability, guilt, hopelessness, or worthlessness

Neglecting hygiene and personal care

There are many ways to maintain or even improve your emotional health which include:

Living a balanced lifestyle. Try to have a good balance between work and your personal life, activity and resting, and moderation in all things.

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Social health can be defined as our ability to interact and form meaningful relationships with others. It also relates to how comfortably we can adapt in social situations. Social relationships have an impact on our mental health, physical health and mortality risk.

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Sleep- Short sleep duration and later weekday bedtime were associated with mood, anxiety, substance use, and other behavior disorders, as well as smoking and poorer perceived mental and physical health.

Eat- Studies have even found that clean diets consisting of mainly whole, unprocessed foods, can help with symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Exercise- Exercise releases chemicals like endorphins and serotonin that improve your mood. It can also get you out in the world, help to reduce any feelings of loneliness and isolation, and put you in touch with other people.

Stress free- When stress becomes overwhelming and prolonged, the risks for mental health problems and medical problems increase. Long-term stress increases the risk of mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, substance use problems, sleep problems, pain and bodily complaints such as muscle tension.

Avoid drugs- If you use alcohol or drugs for a long time it can cause serious issues for your mental well-being. Drugs can make you more unwell and more likely to try and harm yourself or take your own life. There is also some evidence that using some drugs may cause mental illness for the first time. For example, research has shown that cannabis can increase your chances of developing psychosis or a psychotic disorder.

Weight control- Weight bias and poor body image tend to go hand-in-hand. Patients may internalize society’s stigma against obesity, which causes them to feel embarrassed about their weight and dissatisfied with their appearance. People who struggle with excess weight may also experience anxiety over being judged for how they look. There are also obesity-related health factors that can negatively influence mental health. Research suggests that excess body fat and poor eating habits increase inflammatory markers. This heightened inflammation can lead to a higher risk of developing depression and also plays a role in immune system health.

Save sex for marriage- While some studies find that these relationships enhance adolescents’ emotional well-being and claim that high-quality relationships are linked with lower levels of depression and anxiety, studies indicate quite the opposite, that depression levels and substance problems actually increase.

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Sleep- Sleep and mood are closely connected; poor or inadequate sleep can cause irritability and stress, while healthy sleep can enhance well-being. Chronic insomnia may increase the risk of developing a mood disorder, such as anxiety or depression.

Eat- When you stick to a diet of nutrient-rich foods, you're setting yourself up for fewer mood swings and an improved ability to focus.

Exercise- "We hear a lot that exercise and mood are connected. What we don't know for sure is whether being physically active can improve emotional well-being, or if we simply move less when we feel sad or depressed," says Choi.

Stress free- Emotional symptoms of stress include: Becoming easily agitated, frustrated, and moody. Feeling overwhelmed, as if you are losing control or need to take control. Having a hard time relaxing and quieting your mind.

Avoid drugs- Drugs affect a part of the brain known as the limbic system. This is the area responsible for processing our emotions. Drug-related changes to this area can contribute to depressed mood, mood swings, emotional outbursts, and persistent irritability.

Weight control- The psychological benefits of weight loss may include positive changes such as: Improved feelings of self-esteem and body image. Decreased feelings of depression. Feelings of accomplishment.

Save sex for marriage- Sharing sexual intimacies outside of marriage inevitably invites emotional unrest and heartache. Anyone who has ever been used for a night of momentary pleasure knows the emotional pain associated with such indulgences. Deception, regret, and self disgust often accompany the experience of inappropriately sharing sexual intimacies with another. Peace of heart and mind is the rich reward of saving sex for marriage.

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Sleep- Poor sleep triggers viral loneliness and social rejection. UC Berkeley researchers have found that sleep-deprived people feel lonelier and less inclined to engage with others, avoiding close contact in much the same way as people with social anxiety.

Eat- Because eating well can help you feel better physically and emotionally, it can make you more likely to seek and enjoy social activities.

Exercise- Increased confidence, peer acceptance, leadership skills, and empathy; these are just four of the social benefits children receive from sports and physical activity. These four benefits can have a significant effect on a child's health, happiness, and future.

Stress free- Stress often affects our social lives. When undergoing high-level or persistent stress, individuals frequently retract from social interactions and become irritable and hostile.

Avoid drugs- Drugs can also cause users to become paranoid about their relationships, like thinking that their friends are turning against them. Drug users may even become aggressive and violent toward other people, even their family and friends.

Weight control- Kids who ate healthier diets showed more friendliness and social play than kids who didn't.

Save sex for marriage- Researchers found that those who wait to have sex until marriage, compared to those who don't, report significantly higher realtionship satisfaction (20%), better communication patterns (12%), less consideration of divorce (22%), and BETTER sexual quality (15%)2.

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- Eating healthy
- Staying clean

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- Interact with people
- Avoid social media
- Take care of yourself

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- Express feelings appropriately
- Think before acting
- Strive for balance

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- Listen to others
- Be respectful to others

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- Getting vaccinated after getting covid
- Eating less sugar after learning about diabetes
- Buying skincare products after breaking out

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- If you know something will affect your mental health and that causes you to stay away from it
- Attending therapy sessions after learning the importance of mental health
- Looking for help if you're struggling after being taught that it's what you're supposed to do

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- If social media affects how you feel sometimes try and avoid it
- If someone affects your feeling negatively and avoid them or talk to them about it
- If something you do affects you stop doing it and do what makes you happy

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- If you offend someone watch how you talk to other people the next time
- If someone is pressuring you in a situation take care of it calmly

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Smoking – Cigarette smoking is the leading risk factor for sudden cardiac death. Smokers have two to four times the risk of nonsmokers. According to the Framingham Heart Study, nonsmokers live seven to eight years longer than a smoker. Second-hand smoke is considered as big a risk factor as smoking.

High Blood Pressure – Called the "silent killer" since it has few observational symptoms. Normal blood pressure recommendation for all individuals is 120/80 or below. Continued high blood pressure can cause damage to the artery walls and increase the cholesterol buildup, causing plaque (atherosclerosis) in the artery. It also can lead to heart failure.

Abnormal Blood Lipids (cholesterol levels) – Cholesterol is a fat-like substance found in our cells. It is necessary for cell development. Our bodies produce cholesterol, and we also obtain it in our diets by eating animal foods, such as meat, eggs and dairy products. High cholesterol contributes to the build-up of plaque in the artery walls. Recommended total cholesterol is below 200. The ideal is less than 160. The optimal LDL (known as the bad cholesterol) level is less than 70. HDL (known as the good cholesterol) optimal levels should be above 40.

Overweight – Excess weight can increase your risk for having heart disease. Men who have a waistline of 40 inches or more and women 35 inches or more are at higher risk.

Physical Inactivity – People who are inactive are at a greater risk for having heart disease. Regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of heart disease, shed extra pounds, control blood pressure, lower blood cholesterol levels and assist with maintaining emotional wellness. Being physically active at least 30 minutes a day is recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Heart Association.

Uncontrollable Diabetes – Diabetes, or high blood sugar, can significantly increase the risk of coronary heart disease. Eighty percent of diabetics die from some form of cardiovascular disease. Maintaining a blood sugar level below 110 is important.

Reaction to Stress – Stress may be the greatest single cause of illness in our world. Stress events are often unavoidable, but how we deal with that stress is important to our health. Prolonged emotional stress is likely to accelerate the build-up of plaque along artery walls, cause blood cholesterol and blood pressure to rise and increase susceptibility to illness. Learning to manage stress is essential. Types "A" with the "hot reactor" personalities have a tendency to have a higher risk for heart disease.

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Risk Factors

Not only is it important to recognize the signs of a heart attack as well as what to do in that instance, it is also important to focus on prevention. Knowing your risk factors and modifying any lifestyle behaviors that might put you at greater risk can help minimize the occurrence of a heart attack. Risk factors include:

Smoking

Lack of exercise

Obesity

Elevated cholesterol

High blood pressure

Diabetes

Stress

Family history of heart disease

Diet high in fat

It is important to know your risk of heart disease and heart attacks and to begin modifying your lifestyle to prevent damage to your heart.

Risk factors can be inherited tendencies or learned habits that may increase your risk of having heart disease or speeding up the process. Studies have identified two types of risk factors: uncontrollable and controllable.

Uncontrollable Risk Factors

These are risk factors that are not within our control.

Heredity - A parent, brother or sister has had coronary heart disease, a heart attack or coronary surgery (before age 55 in men and before age 65 in women).

Advancing Age - Men above the age of 55-60 and women 65 and older. People age 20 and older should see a doctor every five years to assess risk factors such as smoking, family medical history and blood pressure. People age 40 and older should be screened for additional risk factors, such as blood pressure and total cholesterol.

Gender - Males continue to be at a higher risk for having heart disease before the age of 65.

Controllable Risk Factors

The controllable are those risk factors we are able to manage with our lifestyle.

Smoking - Cigarette smoking is the leading risk factor for sudden cardiac death. Smokers have two to four times the risk of nonsmokers. According to the Framingham Heart Study, nonsmokers live seven to eight years longer than a smoker. Second-hand smoke is considered as big a risk factor as smoking.

High Blood Pressure - Called the "silent killer" since it has few observational symptoms. Normal blood pressure recommendation for all individuals is 120/80 or below. Continued high blood pressure can cause damage to the artery walls and increase the cholesterol buildup, causing plaque (atherosclerosis) in the artery. It also can lead to heart failure.

Abnormal Blood Lipids (cholesterol levels) - Cholesterol is a fat-like substance found in our cells. It is necessary for cell development. Our bodies produce cholesterol, and we also obtain it in our diets by eating animal foods, such as meat, eggs and dairy products. High cholesterol contributes to the build-up of plaque in the artery walls. Recommended total cholesterol is below 200. The ideal is less than 160. The optimal LDL (known as the bad cholesterol) level is less than 70. HDL (known as the good cholesterol) optimal levels should be above 40.

Overweight - Excess weight can increase your risk for having heart disease. Men who have a waistline of 40 inches or more and women 35 inches or more are at higher risk.

Physical Inactivity - People who are inactive are at a greater risk for having heart disease. Regular physical activity can help reduce your risk of heart disease, shed extra pounds, control blood pressure, lower blood cholesterol levels and assist with maintaining emotional wellness. Being physically active at least 30 minutes a day is recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Heart Association.

Uncontrollable Diabetes - Diabetes, or high blood sugar, can significantly increase the risk of coronary heart disease. Eighty percent of diabetics die from some form of cardiovascular disease. Maintaining a blood sugar level below 110 is important.

Reaction to Stress - Stress may be the greatest single cause of illness in our world. Stress events are often unavoidable, but how we deal with that stress is important to our health. Prolonged emotional stress is likely to accelerate the build-up of plaque along artery walls, cause blood cholesterol and blood pressure to rise and increase susceptibility to illness. Learning to manage stress is essential. Types "A" with the "hot reactor" personalities have a tendency to have a higher risk for heart disease.

Warning Signs and Symptoms

There are, frequently, specific signs and symptoms of a heart attack that are fairly easy to recognize. These symptoms include:

Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest. The discomfort lasts for more than a few minutes, or it may go away and come back. The discomfort may feel like pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.

Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. This may include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.

Shortness of breath may occur with or before chest discomfort.

Other symptoms may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea, or light-headedness. Treatments are most effective when they occur in the early stages of chest pain. The above-mentioned symptoms usually occur but occasionally patients experience other symptoms of a heart attack that are not as obvious or well known. Women, in particular, can experience symptoms that are harder to diagnose. These symptoms include:

Upper abdominal pressure or discomfort

Lower chest discomfort

Back pain

Unusual fatigue

Unusual shortness of breath

Dizziness

When to Seek Help

If any of the symptoms of a heart attack occur to you or your family member, it is of most importance that you call 9-1-1 within five minutes. Calling 9-1-1 should always be the first option before driving yourself or your loved one to the hospital. The 9-1-1 operator has the ability to inform the emergency response team of a chest pain or heart attack call, which is priority over many other situations. This ensures the ambulance and fire truck are sent to you first.

The emergency medical teams are specifically trained to recognize and treat patients who are experiencing a heart attack, and you can be receiving treatment while en route to Hendrick rather than delaying it by driving yourself. The Emergency Medical Service (EMS) in Abilene and Abilene Fire Department have the ability to transmit an ECG to Hendrick before the patient arrives. This allows Hendrick to activate the necessary measures to provide all of our heart attack patients with prompt treatment and to spare damaging heart muscle.

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A history of mental illness in a blood relative, such as a parent or sibling

Stressful life situations, such as financial problems, a loved one's death or a divorce

An ongoing (chronic) medical condition, such as diabetes

Brain damage as a result of a serious injury (traumatic brain injury), such as a violent blow to the head

Traumatic experiences, such as military combat or assault

Use of alcohol or recreational drugs

A childhood history of abuse or neglect

Few friends or few healthy relationships

A previous mental illness

Mental illness is common. About 1 in 5 adults has a mental illness in any given year. Mental illness can begin at any age, from childhood through later adult years, but most cases begin earlier in life.

The effects of mental illness can be temporary or long lasting. You also can have more than one mental health disorder at the same time. For example, you may have depression and a substance use disorder.

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Overview

Mental illness, also called mental health disorders, refers to a wide range of mental health conditions - disorders that affect your mood, thinking and behavior. Examples of mental illness include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors.

Many people have mental health concerns from time to time. But a mental health concern becomes a mental illness when ongoing signs and symptoms cause frequent stress and affect your ability to function.

A mental illness can make you miserable and can cause problems in your daily life, such as at school or work or in relationships. In most cases, symptoms can be managed with a combination of medications and talk therapy (psychotherapy).

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Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of mental illness can vary, depending on the disorder, circumstances and other factors. Mental illness symptoms can affect emotions, thoughts and behaviors.

Examples of signs and symptoms include:

Feeling sad or down

Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate

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

Detachment from reality (delusions), paranoia or hallucinations

Inability to cope with daily problems or stress

Trouble understanding and relating to situations and to people

Problems with alcohol or drug use

Major changes in eating habits

Sex drive changes

Excessive anger, hostility or violence

Suicidal thinking

Sometimes symptoms of a mental health disorder appear as physical problems, such as stomach pain, back pain, headaches, or other unexplained aches and pains.

When to see a doctor

If you have any signs or symptoms of a mental illness, see your primary care provider or a mental health professional. Most mental illnesses don't improve on their own, and if untreated, a mental illness may get worse over time and cause serious problems.

If you have suicidal thoughts

Suicidal thoughts and behavior are common with some mental illnesses. If you think you may hurt yourself or attempt suicide, get help right away:

Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

Call your mental health specialist.

Call a suicide hotline number. In the U.S., call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or use its webchat on suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat.

Seek help from your primary care provider.

Reach out to a close friend or loved one.

Contact a minister, spiritual leader or someone else in your faith community.

Suicidal thinking doesn't get better on its own - so get help.

Helping a loved one

If your loved one shows signs of mental illness, have an open and honest discussion with him or her about your concerns. You may not be able to force someone to get professional care, but you can offer encouragement and support. You can also help your loved one find a qualified mental health professional and make an appointment. You may even be able to go along to the appointment.

If your loved one has done self-harm or is considering doing so, take the person to the hospital or call for emergency help.

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Causes

Mental illnesses, in general, are thought to be caused by a variety of genetic and environmental factors:

Inherited traits. Mental illness is more common in people whose blood relatives also have a mental illness. Certain genes may increase your risk of developing a mental illness, and your life situation may trigger it.

Environmental exposures before birth. Exposure to environmental stressors, inflammatory conditions, toxins, alcohol or drugs while in the womb can sometimes be linked to mental illness.

Brain chemistry. Neurotransmitters are naturally occurring brain chemicals that carry signals to other parts of your brain and body. When the neural networks involving these chemicals are impaired, the function of nerve receptors and nerve systems change, leading to depression and other emotional disorders.

Risk factors

Certain factors may increase your risk of developing a mental illness, including:

A history of mental illness in a blood relative, such as a parent or sibling

Stressful life situations, such as financial problems, a loved one's death or a divorce

An ongoing (chronic) medical condition, such as diabetes

Brain damage as a result of a serious injury (traumatic brain injury), such as a violent blow to the head

Traumatic experiences, such as military combat or assault

Use of alcohol or recreational drugs

A childhood history of abuse or neglect

Few friends or few healthy relationships

A previous mental illness

Mental illness is common. About 1 in 5 adults has a mental illness in any given year. Mental illness can begin at any age, from childhood through later adult years, but most cases begin earlier in life.

The effects of mental illness can be temporary or long lasting. You also can have more than one mental health disorder at the same time. For example, you may have depression and a substance use disorder.

Complications

Mental illness is a leading cause of disability. Untreated mental illness can cause severe emotional, behavioral and physical health problems. Complications sometimes linked to mental illness include:

Unhappiness and decreased enjoyment of life

Family conflicts

Relationship difficulties

Social isolation

Problems with tobacco, alcohol and other drugs

Missed work or school, or other problems related to work or school

Legal and financial problems

Poverty and homelessness

Self-harm and harm to others, including suicide or homicide

Weakened immune system, so your body has a hard time resisting infections

Heart disease and other medical conditions

Prevention

There's no sure way to prevent mental illness. However, if you have a mental illness, taking steps to control stress, to increase your resilience and to boost low self-esteem may help keep your symptoms under control. Follow these steps:

Pay attention to warning signs. Work with your doctor or therapist to learn what might trigger your symptoms. Make a plan so that you know what to do if symptoms return. Contact your doctor or therapist if you notice any changes in symptoms or how you feel. Consider involving family members or friends to watch for warning signs.

Get routine medical care. Don't neglect checkups or skip visits to your primary care provider, especially if you aren't feeling well. You may have a new health problem that needs to be treated, or you may be experiencing side effects of medication.

Get help when you need it. Mental health conditions can be harder to treat if you wait until symptoms get bad. Long-term maintenance treatment also may help prevent a relapse of symptoms.

Take good care of yourself. Sufficient sleep, healthy eating and regular physical activity are important. Try to maintain a regular schedule. Talk to your primary care provider if you have trouble sleeping or if you have questions about diet and physical activity.

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Mental illness, also called mental health disorders, refers to a wide range of mental health conditions - disorders that affect your mood, thinking and behavior. Examples of mental illness include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors. Many people have mental health concerns from time to time.

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Eating or sleeping too much or too little

Pulling away from people and things

Having low or no energy

Having unexplained aches and pains, such as constant stomachaches or headaches

Feeling helpless or hopeless

Excessive smoking, drinking, or using drugs, including prescription medications

Worrying a lot of the time; feeling guilty but not sure why

Thinking of hurting or killing yourself or someone else

Having difficulty readjusting to home or work life

For those who have lived through a natural or human-caused disaster, the anniversary of the event may renew feelings of fear, anxiety, and sadness. Certain sounds, such as sirens, can also trigger emotional distress. These and other environmental sensations can take people right back to the disaster, or cause them to fear that it’s about to happen again. These “trigger events” can happen at any time.

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline/warning-signs-risk-factors

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

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Warning Signs and Risk Factors for Emotional Distress

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Learn about the common warning signs and risk factors for emotional distress that children, adults, and first responders often experience.

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There is growing recognition that social risk factors – such as poverty, minority race and/or ethnicity, social isolation, and limited community resources – play a major role in health, and significant gaps remain in health and in life expectancy based on poverty, race, ethnicity, and community environment. At the same time, the health care system is moving towards value-based or alternative payment models, which tie payment to the quality and efficiency of health care delivered. These models are in place in nearly all Medicare settings, including in hospitals, outpatient settings, and post-acute facilities.

https://aspe.hhs.gov/topics/health-health-care/social-risk-factors-medicares-value-based-purchasing-programs

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Background: Request from Congress for a Study of Social Risk Factors and Medicare's Value-based Purchasing Programs

There is growing recognition that social risk factors - such as poverty, minority race and/or ethnicity, social isolation, and limited community resources - play a major role in health, and significant gaps remain in health and in life expectancy based on poverty, race, ethnicity, and community environment. At the same time, the health care system is moving towards value-based or alternative payment models, which tie payment to the quality and efficiency of health care delivered. These models are in place in nearly all Medicare settings, including in hospitals, outpatient settings, and post-acute facilities.

In order to align Medicare payments and ensure value-based purchasing programs achieve their intended goals, the relationships between social risk and performance on these programs need to be better understood. The Improving Medicare Post-Acute Care Transformation Act of 2014 or the IMPACT Act (P.L. 113-185), requires the Secretary, acting through the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE), to conduct research on issues related to social risk in Medicare's value-based payment programs.

The second Report to Congress was released in May 2020 and expands empirical analyses conducted in the first Report by also using non-Medicare datasets to measure social risk. This Report includes recommendations for HHS to develop a comprehensive approach to move towards programs that incentivize providers and plans to improve health outcomes by rewarding and supporting better outcomes for beneficiaries with social risk factors.

The first Report to Congress was released December 2016. It examines the effect of individuals' social risk factors on quality measures, resource use, and other measures under the Medicare program, as well as analyses of the effects of Medicare's current value-based payment programs on providers serving socially at-risk beneficiaries and simulations of potential policy options to address these issues. Empirical analyses for this Report used existing Medicare data.

The IMPACT Act also requires qualitative research to inform and contextualize the quantitative analyses conducted for the two Reports to Congress. ASPE commissioned a series of consensus reports from the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) to develop a conceptual framework for measuring and evaluating social risk in relation to Medicare payment and quality programs; identify practices that show promise for improving care for socially at-risk populations; provide guidance on methods; and identify data sources and evaluate strategies to collect data on social risk factor indicators.

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Social Risk Factors and Medicare's Value-Based Purchasing Programs

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Background: Request from Congress for a Study of Social Risk Factors and Medicare's Value-based Purchasing Programs There is growing recognition that social risk factors - such as poverty, minority race and/or ethnicity, social isolation, and limited community resources - play a major role in health, and significant gaps remain in health and in life expectancy based on poverty, race, ethnicity, and community environment.

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6. Which Body System (DRRMUNCHIS) is impacted the most in each component? Explain

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Of all the human body systems, the effect of physical activity on the immune system seems to spark the most debate among experts and scientists. It is now believed that physical activity helps to strengthen the immune system. The general theory is that exercise increases the cells, and even gut microbiota, in your body that help fight disease. When a person exercises, the effect of enhancing the immune system lasts for several hours. There is evidence, however, that exercising for over two hours may actually cause a short-term weakening of the immune system. On the other hand, more intense physical activity for only about 30 minutes may not weaken the system. The evidence suggests that, if a person exercises for too long and doesn't rest enough, the immune system can suffer. The secret seems to be in finding a healthy balance between exercise and rest. More study will be needed to fully understand the connection between exercise and the immune system.

https://study.com/academy/lesson/effects-of-physical-activity-on-body-systems.html#:~:text=Of%20all%20the%20human%20body,to%20strengthen%20the%20immune%20system.

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Effects of Physical Activity on Body Systems - Video & Lesson Transcript | Study.com

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Physical activity can positively influence the body in complex ways. Explore the intricate benefits of physical activity on body systems:...

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It's important to know that your immune system is also interconnected to your mental health. Your immune system is responsible for protecting your body against infectious viruses and bacteria.

https://physiciansallianceofconnecticut.com/blog/link-between-physical-and-mental-health/

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Recent data reveals that more people in the U.S. are reporting significant and sustained increases in symptoms of depression and anxiety due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. While we continue to adjust to our "new normal" and try our best to stay healthy physically, it is equally important to remember to take care of your mental health, as it is closely tied to your body's overall wellness.

In fact, the World Health Organization defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing" as one affects the other. Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, but the way you cope with these situations is important in ensuring a healthy body and mind.

Our mental health can impact our physical health and vice versa. This is why it's vital to prioritize taking care of both your mind and body.

Mental Health and Chronic Illness

Did you know that poor mental health is a risk factor for certain chronic physical conditions? It is reported that the rate of poor mental health in patients with a chronic disease is almost three times higher than average. Your mind and body are both affected by changes to physiological and emotional processes. For example, it is estimated that 15% of people with heart disease also develop major depression. Developing co-existing conditions are quite common as mental and physical health are strongly linked.

Chronic medical conditions that are associated with mental health conditions include:

In other words, the way you feel mentally can have a dramatic effect on your quality of life. The reasons for mental health affecting physical health are still being studied. However, people dealing with depression, anxiety or stress may have a harder time eating well, exercising or seeking medical treatment, which may contribute to their overall health and wellbeing.

How Stress Can Impact Your Health

Everyone experiences stress from time to time and some types of stress are normal and healthy. However, chronic stress or emotional pressure felt over a prolonged period of time can result in negative impacts on your overall health.

When you feel stressed, hormones from the pituitary tells the adrenal gland to release adrenaline and cortisol (the "stress hormones"). In turn, adrenaline and cortisol send blood to your muscles, heart and other organs. This is why you may feel a sudden rush, fast heartbeat and/or tense muscles when you're stressed. Chronic stress can increase your likelihood of developing or exacerbating many serious health issues, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity and .

Many situations can cause stress in the body. Fortunately, being able to recognize these symptoms can help you learn how to cope and manage stress.

How Mental Health Affects Your Immune System

It's important to know that your immune system is also interconnected to your mental health. Your immune system is responsible for protecting your body against infectious viruses and bacteria. Feeling stress, anxiety or depression has the ability to suppress your immune system and decrease its response against harmful microbes.

The reason for this connection is still being studied, but adrenaline and cortisol appear to have a direct impact on the brain, which in turn affects the nervous system and immune system. While the short-term effects of adrenaline and cortisol are essential for our survival, as they put us in the "fight or flight" mode, feeling the long term effects of stress hormones can weaken the immune system. In addition, stress hormones can also over-activate the immune system, causing an increased risk for autoimmune diseases, such as arthritis, asthma and multiple sclerosis.

Things You Can Do to Relieve Stress and Improve Mental Health

The good news is that there are positive lifestyle changes you can make to improve your overall mental and physical health.

Sleep: Getting enough sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. Unfortunately, many of us do not get enough sleep. The Mayo Clinic states that in general, adults need between seven and nine hours of good sleep each night.

Exercise: Physical activity can benefit many facets of your life and can even decrease your chances of developing many chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers. It is recommended to get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity each week.

Eat a Balanced Diet: Eating nutrient-rich foods is obviously important for your physical health, but it did you know that food can play a role in your overall mood? Recent research into the mental health and nutrition connection reveals that eating foods rich in zinc, magnesium, omega 3 and vitamins B and D3 can help improve your mood, reduce anxiety and even depression.

Through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, it's important to take care of yourself by getting sufficient sleep, eating healthy and staying physically active . Listen to your body. Mental health has a direct impact on your physical health. Understanding the connection between mind and body is the first step in ensuring a healthier you and developing strategies for improving your wellbeing.

If you have concerns about anxiety, stress, or changes in mood, let your doctor know. Your healthcare provider can monitor your symptoms and suggest lifestyle changes, therapy or treatment that will work for you. For questions or support on your journey to improved health, search PACT's list of Connecticut based, board-certified family medicine and internal medicine specialists here to find a provider for you and/or your family.

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The Link Between Your Body's Physical and Mental Health Explained - Physician Alliance of Connecticut

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Recent data reveals that more people in the U.S. are reporting significant and sustained increases in symptoms of depression and anxiety due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. While we continue to adjust to our "new normal" and try our best to stay healthy physically, it is equally important to remember to take care of your mental health, as it is closely tied to your body's overall wellness.

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Poor emotional health can weaken your body’s immune system. This makes you more likely to get colds and other infections during emotionally difficult times. Also, when you are feeling stressed, anxious, or upset, you may not take care of your health as well as you should.

https://familydoctor.org/mindbody-connection-how-your-emotions-affect-your-health/#:~:text=Poor%20emotional%20health%20can%20weaken,as%20well%20as%20you%20should.

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Mind/Body Connection: How Emotions Affect Health

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People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and normal life problems.

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The benefits of social connections are numerous. Proven links include higher self-esteem and more trusting and cooperative relationships. Strong, healthy relationships can also help to strengthen your immune system, help you recover from disease, and may even lengthen your life.

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/Strong-relationships-strong-health

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Health benefits of strong relationships

Throughout your life, the number and strength of your affect your mental and physical wellbeing.

The benefits of social connections and good are numerous. Proven links include lower rates of and , higher , greater empathy, and more trusting and cooperative relationships. Strong, healthy relationships can also help to strengthen your , help you recover from disease, and may even lengthen your life.

The good news is that while many of these benefits can make you happier and more contented, there's also a flow-on effect, whereby people around you will want to spend time with you. In this way, social connectedness generates a positive feedback loop of social, emotional and physical wellbeing.

Impact of loneliness on health

Loneliness can have dramatic consequences for your health. Loneliness can lead to disrupted , , and increased . It can affect your immune system and decrease your overall sense of contentment. Loneliness is also a risk factor for antisocial behaviour, depression and .

Older people are particularly vulnerable. If your mobility decreases, it can be harder to get together with other people. However, and have strong relationships are likely to:

have a better quality of life

be more satisfied with their life

have a lower risk of and mental decline

need less domestic support.

Younger people (teenagers and people in their 20s) are also at risk when they are isolated. A lack of social relationships can have a direct impact on a young person's physical wellbeing by increasing the risk of , inflammation and high blood pressure.

These 3 health issues can lead to long-term health problems, including , and , but a varied social network can help protect against physical decline.

What's more, the benefits of social ties are significant, even if your other mortality risk factors (such as socioeconomic status, , , obesity and lack of physical activity) are low. In other words, even if you live a healthy life, you still need to be socially active to stay well and happy.

It's important to recognise that loneliness is different from solitude. Feeling lonely is a problem, but being alone may not be a problem at all. Many people live alone and have happy, fulfilling lives.

How to improve your social connections

Feeling lonely is hard to cope with. Luckily, there are things you can do to tackle loneliness. For instance, you can nurture healthy relationships with people who make you feel good by spending time with them, and by trying to talk to someone every day.

There are 3 kinds of connections that you can have with people:

1. intimate connections - with people who love and care for you, such as family and friends

2. relational connections - with people who you see regularly and share an interest with, such as workmates or those who serve your morning coffee

3. collective connections - with people who share a group membership or an affiliation with you, such as people who vote like you do, or people who have the same faith.

Ask yourself: do you have meaningful, long-term relationships in all these 3 areas?

Perhaps you tend to stick with old friends and don't feel able to meet new people. Or maybe you avoid people from your past, preferring to mix with people who don't know much about you. Be honest with yourself about your social habits.

Think about the sorts of relationships you have with people, and the sorts of relationships you would like to have. You might find you want to , or perhaps you want to try to make your existing relationships stronger.

One way to strengthen your social connections is to reach out to the people you already know, such as co-workers, family, school friends or neighbours. Give someone a call, or write or email them and let them know you would like to be in touch more often. Arrange to have a coffee or a meal, or to listen to music, have a round of golf or play chess. Think about the interests you share. Facebook and other social media are also great ways to stay in touch.

How to meet new people

There are lots of . Start a conversation with some of the people you see every day, such as the people on your bus each morning, people at the gym or the park, or the regular checkout operators at your supermarket. (Just remember to make sure that you are safe when meeting new people. Having other people around - for example, meeting in a public place - can be a good strategy.)

Other ideas include joining a sports team or a walking or hobby group, or volunteering. Call your local council to find out about local groups or programs, or visit your local community centre or library - there's always something happening in your community.

Not all strategies will work for everyone, so try some different approaches to see what works for you. If the first thing you try doesn't work out, try something different. Beyond Blue's booklet has some useful ideas for older people.

The idea of social connection is to share your time, experiences and stories with people, and to also listen to them. Gradually, you will build a group of people in your life who care about you, and who you also care about. Both your mind and body will reap the rewards.

Relationships help society too

Social ties affect not only your personal health, but also extend to broader society.

People who spend more time with each other forge happy, productive communities.

Where to get help

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Having friends and other social connections is good for your health and wellbeing.

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exercise: https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/pa-health/index.htm

eating: https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/factsheets/nutrition.htm#:~:text=Adults%20who%20eat%20a%20healthy,these%20conditions%20and%20avoid%20complications.

sleep: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/physical-health

stress: https://bmhci.com/stress-management.html

avoid drugs: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/How-drugs-affect-your-body

save sex for marriage: https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sex/side-effects-of-sex#short-answer

weight control: https://medlineplus.gov/weightcontrol.html

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eat:
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exercise:
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/exercise-and-mental-health

stress free:
https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/stress

avoiding drugs: https://www.rethink.org/advice-and-information/about-mental-illness/learn-more-about-conditions/drugs-alcohol-and-mental-health/

weight control: https://www.ncoa.org/article/how-excess-weight-impacts-our-mental-and-emotional-health

save sex for marriage: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7036876/

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eat: https://www.aetna.com/health-guide/food-affects-mental-health.html

exercise: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/more-evidence-that-exercise-can-boost-mood

stress free: https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-effects_of-stress-on-the-body

avoid drugs: https://www.destinationsforteens.com/destinations-blog/drugs-may-affect-adolescents-emotional-regulation-abilities-treatment-can-help/

weight control: https://www.tungstenringsco.com/blog/2020/10/the-physical-and-mental-effects-of-significant-weight-loss/

save sex for marriage: https://latterdaysaintmag.com/article-1-7847/

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eat: https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/eating-healthy-affect-physical-mental-social-health-6972.html

exercise: https://eugenecivicalliance.org/physical-activity-benefits-social-health/

stress free: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25891510/

avoid drugs: https://www.justthinktwice.gov/social-consequences-using-drugs

weight control: https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/eating-healthy-affect-physical-mental-social-health-6972.html

save sex for marriage: https://mywellclinic.com/blog/2020/02/20/science-sex-marriage/

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Physical health is the condition of your body, not only how it looks but also how healthy you are.

Mental health is your state of mind and your behavior.

Emotional health is how you react to things and how you feel.

Social health is the people around you and whether you do or don't interact with them as well as how you interact with them and how it affects you.