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Psychosocial Health Being Mentally, Emotionally, Socially, and Spiritually Well © Lisa Michalek  Psychosocial Health  The mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health.  Psychosocially Healthy People  They feel good about themselv...

Psychosocial Health Being Mentally, Emotionally, Socially, and Spiritually Well © Lisa Michalek  Psychosocial Health  The mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health.  Psychosocially Healthy People  They feel good about themselves  They feel comfortable with other people  They control tension and anxiety  They are able to meet the demands of life  They curb hate and guilt  They maintain a positive outlook  They enrich the lives of others  They cherish the things that make them smile  They value diversity  They appreciate and respect nature  Mental Health  The “thinking” part of health  Includes – Values – Attitudes – Beliefs  Mentally Healthy  A mentally healthy person is able to respond in a positive way even when things do not go as expected.  Emotional Health  The “feeling” part of health  Includes your emotional reactions to life  Emotions result from – Harm, Loss, and Threats – Benefits – Hope and Compassion – Grief, Disappointment – Bewilderment and Curiosity  Emotionally Healthy  Emotionally healthy people are able to respond to upsetting events or when they feel threatened. – They are not likely to react in an extreme fashion, behave inconsistently, or act in an offensive attack mode.  Social Health  Interactions with others  The ability to adapt to social situations  Presence of strong social bonds  Presence of relationships that bring positive benefits to the individual  Socially Healthy  Have a wide range of interactions with – Family – Friends – Acquaintances  Able to listen, express themselves, form healthy relationships, act in socially acceptable and responsible ways, and find a fit for themselves in society  Spiritual Health  A belief in some unifying force that gives purpose or meaning to life  A sense of belonging to a scheme of being that is greater than the physical or personal dimensions of existence. – Nature – Other people – A God or other spiritual symbol  Improving Psychosocial Health  Develop and Maintain Self-Esteem – Find a support group – Complete required tasks – Form realistic expectations – Make time for you – Maintain physical health – Examine problems and seek help  Improving Psychosocial Health  Sleep – Establish a consistent sleep schedule – Evaluate your sleeping environment – Exercise regularly – Limit caffeine and alcohol – Avoid heavy meals – Establish a relaxing nighttime ritual  Psychosocial Health Disorders  Depression – Persistent sadness, despair and hopelessness  Anxiety & Panic attacks – Feelings of threat and anxiousness in coping with everyday problems  Phobias – Fear of a specific object, activity, or situation  Schizophrenia – Irrational behavior, severe alterations of the senses (hallucinations) and sometimes inability to function in society.  Warning signs of Suicide  Recent loss and inability to let go of grief  Change in personality  Change in behavior  Diminished sexual interest  Self-hatred  Change in sleep patterns  Change in eating habits  Direct Statement about committing suicide  Indirect Statement about committing suicide  Preoccupation with death  Changes in personal appearance  Excessive risk taking  Actions to prevent Suicide  Monitor warning signs  Take any threats seriously  Let the person know how much you care about them  Listen  Ask “are you thinking of hurting or killing yourself?”  Do not belittle the person’s feelings  Help the person think about alternatives  Take the person to someone to help  Tell a teacher, parent, brother, sister, or counselor  Professionals  Psychiatrist – is a Medical doctor  Psychologist – is a Ph.D. in counseling or clinical psychology  Psychoanalyst – is a specialized Psychologist  Social Worker – has a degree in social work  Counselor – has a degree in counseling, psychology, or educational psychology  Nurse Specialist – a registered nurse who has continued their education