Some Health TIPS...

DEPRESSION

Depressive disorder involves a depressed mood or loss of pleasure or
interest in activities for long periods of time.
SIGNS OF DEPRESSION
Persistent sad, anxious, or empty mood.
Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism.
Irritability.
Feelings of guilt or helplessness.
Decreased energy or fatigue.
Difficulty sleeping, early morning awakening, or oversleeping.
Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities.
COPING WITH DEPRESSION
Look for support from people who make you feel safe and cared for.
Try to keep up with social activities even if you don’t feel like it.
Do things you enjoy.
Create a balanced schedule.
Practice relaxation techniques.

ANXIETY

Anxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness. It might cause you to sweat, feel restless and tense, and have a rapid heartbeat.
SIGNS OF ANXIETY
Feeling nervous, restless or tense
Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom
Having an increased heart rate or hyperventilating.
Feeling weak or tired
Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the
present worry
Having trouble sleeping
COPING WITH ANXIETY
Start with a growth mindset.
Notice how anxiety affects your body.
Talk yourself through it.
Breathe.
Face the situation — don’t wait for anxiety to go away.
Use stress management and relaxation techniques.
Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs.

BURNOUT

Burnout is a state of complete mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion.
SIGNS OF BURNOUT
Feeling tired and drained most of the time.
Lowered immunity, frequent illnesses.
Frequent headaches or muscle pain.
Change in appetite or sleep habits.
Loss of motivation. Increasingly cynical and negative outlook.
Procrastinating, taking longer to get things done.
Using food, drugs, or alcohol to cope.
HOW TO DEAL WITH BURNOUT
Take a daily break from technology.
Be more sociable with your coworkers.
Limit your contact with negative people.
Try to find some value in your work.
Find balance in your life.
Set boundaries.
Get plenty of sleep

STRESS

Stress can be defined as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a
difficult situation.
SIGNS OF STRESS
Chest and back pain.
Dizziness.
Headaches.
Inability to sleep.
Constantly worried or anxious.
Lack of energy.
Change of mood and eating patterns.
HOW TO COPE WITH STRESS
Go for a walk or talk to others.
Keep a schedule.
Get enough rest.
Unplug when you need to.
Practice meditation.
Take care of yourself, take time for yourself.
Avoid drugs and alcohol.