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Anxiety

Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. You might worry about things like health, money, or family problems. But people with more generalized anxiety my feel extremely worried and/or feel nervous about these and other things that may cause problems in daily functioning—even when there is little or no reason to worry about them. Some people find it difficult to control their anxiety and stay focused on daily tasks. Through learning some Mindfulness practices could be helpful in these distressing moments.

Depression

Everyone feels sad or low mood at times, but these feelings usually pass with a little time. Depression (also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is different. It can cause symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and go about your daily activities. It can affect sleeping patterns, eating, and/or activity level. It can affect anyone—regardless of age, race, income, culture, or education. Research suggests trying Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions can be helpful.

Seasonal affective disorder, which comes and goes with the seasons, typically starting in late fall and early winter and going away during spring and summer. It is common among us living in the Midwest.

Trauma

It is natural to feel afraid during and after a traumatic situation. Fear is a part of the body’s normal “fight-or-flight” response, which helps us avoid or respond to potential danger. There are common reactions after trauma, and most will recover from their symptoms over time. Those who continue to experience symptoms may be diagnosed with PTSD.

Which some can have re-experiencing flashbacks, engage in avoidant behavior, arousal and reactivity around certain places or people; and ongoing negative emotions, such as fear, anger, guilt, or shame.

EMDR therapy may help with resolving distressing memories. EMDR therapy, rather than focusing on changing the emotions, thoughts, or behaviors resulting from the distressing issue, allows the brain to resume its natural healing process.

Everyone experiences stress from time to time. There are different types of stress—all of which carry physical and mental health risks.

Routine stress related to the pressures of school, work, family, and other daily responsibilities. Stress brought about by a sudden negative change, such as losing a job, divorce, or illness. Generally, coming up with a good stress management plan can be helpful while increasing protective factors in ones life.

Everyone feels sad or irritable and has trouble sleeping once in a while. But these feelings and troubles usually pass after a couple of days. For example, some men with depression hide their emotions and may seem to be angry, irritable, or aggressive while many women seem sad or express sadness. Men with depression may feel very tired and lose interest in work, family, or hobbies. They may be more likely to have difficulty sleeping than women who have depression. Sometimes mental health symptoms appear to be physical issues. For example, a racing heart, tightening chest, ongoing headaches, or digestive issues can be signs of a mental health problem. Many men are more likely to see their doctor about physical symptoms than emotional symptoms.

Men might face, including anger management, addiction, intimacy issues, domestic violence, mid-life crises, grief or loss – in addition to mental health issues like anxiety or depression.