slide 2: • Like physical health conditions mental
health conditions are very common and
tend to be highly treatable.
• Roughly 1 in 5 adults in the United
States are living with some form of
mental illness varying in severity and
symptoms.¹
• Diagnosis of mental illness is more
prevalent among women 22.3 than
men 15.1.¹ It’s important to note that
men may also not be diagnosed as often
due to stigma surrounding men and
mental/emotional issues.
slide 3: • Don’t place mental health concerns on the
backburner just because you think a
physical concern is more important.
• Just as you wouldn’t ignore a nagging
knee pain don’t ignore mental health
symptoms that regularly cause you
distress or make daily activities difficult.
• Even when your mental health comes to
the forefront be sure not to let your
physical health fall too far behind.
slide 4: • Exercise regularly and eat a healthy
balanced diet rich in the nutrients your
body needs to function well.
• Keep your primary health care physician
updated on your mental health
symptoms as things like vitamin
deficiencies or underlying illnesses could
play a role.²
• Many sufferers also find that being more
active and feeling well physically helps
them feel better emotionally and
maintain a sense of personal agency.
slide 5: • Stay connected with friends and family and
don’t be afraid to rely on your “support
system.” Socializing can boost your mood and
allows you to talk through your troubles.
• Isolation is often a red flag for declining
mental health. If you recognize that you’re
beginning to isolate make an extra effort to
reach out to loved ones or be around people.
• The keyword is “healthy.” Beware of toxic
relationships that are abusive codependent
or otherwise damaging. It may be time to
either improve them or let them go.
slide 6: • Routines can help you “program”
yourself to do everyday tasks with less
struggle.
• Example morning routine:
– Wake up at 7:00
– Enjoy your coffee and a nutritious
breakfast until 7:30
– Brush teeth
– Get dressed
– Do hair and/or makeup
– Leave for work by 8
• Practice every day until it becomes a
true routine
slide 7: • Think about how you speak to yourself and
others about mental health. Calling
someone “crazy” or describing yourself as
“broken” is dismissive and hurtful.
• Combat the stigma with empathy. Be
supportive and understanding of others
dealing with mental health issues.
• Even sufferers are not immune to making
judgments of others—don’t become
complacent
slide 8: • Don’t be afraid to seek professional
therapy or counseling. A behavioral
healthcare provider can help with mental
illness grief or even temporary stress. All
concerns are valid.
• Talk to your doctor about treatment
options. If you are managing a diagnosed
mental illness you may find success with a
combination of therapy and medication.
• You can support mental health with at-
home techniques like mindfulness
gratitude stress management meditation
and journaling regardless of your current
mental health status.
slide 9: Crystal Run Healthcare is a New York healthcare provider that focuses on the best
possible services for patients’ overall wellbeing. In addition to our many physical
health specialties our expert behavioral health doctors offer compassionate
effective mental health counseling and treatment for patients at all life stages.
You can easily book an appointment with many Crystal Run Healthcare physicians
through the website or contact us if you need additional assistance.
slide 10: 1. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/mental-illness.shtml
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2738337/
slide 11: Summary
May is mental health awareness month. Learn
why managing mental health is so important to
a person’s overall wellbeing as well as how you
can improve and support your own.