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Calculated Shard: 1 (from laksa168)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa001.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog/mental-health-red-flags-how-to-recognize-them-and-offer-help\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog/mental-health-red-flags-how-to-recognize-them-and-offer-help\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog\/mental-health-red-flags-how-to-recognize-them-and-offer-help","crawl_time":1776544281,"first_indexed_time":1751076695,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"org,osfhealthcare!www,\/blog\/mental-health-red-flags-how-to-recognize-them-and-offer-help s443","src_root_hash":"14679846965994378201","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Signs of mental illness: How to spot them and offer help","meta_descriptions":[""],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Last updated October 28, 2024\nWhen someone you love is hurting and possibly showing signs of mental illness, it’s natural to be concerned. But it can be difficult to known when – and how – to help.\nThat’s why mental health awareness is so important. It can help you to know the warning signs and the appropriate actions to take.\nAccording to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five American adults (about 23%) live with some kind of mental illness. The severity of these illnesses ranges from mild to moderate to severe and includes several types of mental health disorders, such as:\nAdjustment disorders\nAnxiety disorders\nBehavior disorders\nBorderline personality disorder\nEating disorders\nMood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, etc.)\nObsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)\nPhobias\nPost-traumatic stress disorder\nSchizophrenia\nWhen to be concerned\nDominique Dietz, director of Virtual Behavioral Health at OSF HealthCare, says that identifying signs of mental illness isn’t as simple as spotting a specific symptom or behavior.\n“Instead, look for a larger pattern of escalating behavior that involves other red flags,” Dominique said. “You need to know a person’s typical behavior and if they’re acting differently than you would normally expect.”\nFor instance, we all experience stress, sadness and many different emotions, and we express them in different ways. What might be a healthy form of expression for one person could be a warning sign for someone else.\nConsider a person who makes a drastic change to their appearance.\nOne person might dye their hair green for fun while continuing to function in their daily life in essentially the same way. But someone who drastically changes their appearance while exhibiting other irregular behavior, like not showing up for work or school, could be experiencing some sort of mental or emotional distress.\nTypes of red flags\nSometimes, the early symptoms of mental illness and emotional struggle can be subtle. Other times, they might be drastic. Most behaviors that are considered mental health red flags will fall into one of three categories:\nPhysical functioning: \nAre they sleeping too much or not enough? Have their eating patterns changed? Have their energy patterns changed, such as a person who is typically energetic acting lethargic or someone who exercises regularly seeming fatigued?\nEmotional functioning: \nIs the person exhibiting unusual mood changes, such as acting more irritable? Do they appear to be more easily frustrated? Are they crying more often?\nCognitive functioning: \nAre there changes in the way a person is interpreting or internalizing events? Are they having illogical responses to things that they would normally handle logically?\nBehaviors that should warrant an immediate response include:\nIncreased substance use (drugs or alcohol)\nNot getting out of bed for days at a time\nSuicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting someone else\nApproaching the conversation\nWhen you recognize someone might be struggling, the next step is to offer them help. Bringing up the subject can be scary, but being honest and compassionate will help you get started.\n“People are usually nervous in these situations because they don’t know how to help a loved one with mental health issues, such as depression, OCD, anxiety or whatever the case may be. They’re not even sure how to bring up the topic,” Dominique said. “The best way to approach these situations is to be direct. It may be hard, but it’s worth it. Ask your loved one, ‘Do you need help? And if so, let me help you get the help you need.'”\nGiving someone the space to open up and share their experiences is an important part of recovery. Because of the stigma of mental health disorders, people sometimes feel ashamed or reluctant to admit they may be struggling.\nWhen having this type of conversation, try to avoid phrases like:\n“You’re fine.”\nYou’re going to be OK.”\n“Can’t you just…”\n“What they need from you is to know you are there for them, listening and wanting to help,” Dominique said. “You can then work together to address the problem.”\nSeeking help\nSeveral types of mental health care and resources are available for people dealing with signs and symptoms of mental illness, but it’s important to choose the right one.\nOSF OnCall\noffers three FREE services:\nBehavioral health navigators\n:\nBehavioral health navigators offer adults a single point of contact who can help them understand the type of care they need (therapy, support groups, etc.) and the best way to access it. The mental health issues and areas of concern this program addresses are:\nAnxiety\nDepression\nDrug and alcohol use\nProblems with work and school\nRelationship issues\nResource Link\n:\nAvailable through\nOSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois\n, Resource Link is similar to the behavioral health navigator program but is intended for children and teens up to 17 years of age.\nSilverCloud\n:\nSilverCloud is a secure and anonymous online platform that helps adults manage the feelings and causes of mild to moderate anxiety, depression and stress. Available as a free app, this program consists of various interactive modules to be completed over an eight- to 10-week period, and it’s proven to be just as effective as in-person therapy.\nAbout the author\nLuke Legner\nLuke Legner is a writing coordinator at OSF HealthCare. He joined the Ministry in April 2021 after several years working in corporate communications in the heavy equipment industry. A Pontiac native, he graduated from Illinois State University in 2002 where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication.\nLuke and his wife, Ashley, reside in Bloomington and have one son and two daughters. When he’s not tackling a home improvement project, you can usually find Luke watching his beloved Chicago Cubs or The Andy Griffith Show.","attrs_markdown":"[Back to OSF HealthCare](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/)\n\n[Back to OSF HealthCare](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/)\n\n[![OSF HealthCare](https:\/\/osf-p-001.sitecorecontenthub.cloud\/api\/public\/content\/a168232c1c60412e83c673c4c8e95ef9?v=129025de)](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/ \"OSF HealthCare Home Page\")\n\n[![OSF HealthCare](https:\/\/osf-p-001.sitecorecontenthub.cloud\/api\/public\/content\/a168232c1c60412e83c673c4c8e95ef9?v=129025de)](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/ \"OSF HealthCare Home Page\")\n\n[Providers](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/providers)\n\n[Locations](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/locations)\n\nPatients & Visitors\n\nPatients & Visitors\n\nPrograms & Services\n\nPrograms & Services\n\nHealth & Wellness\n\nHealth & Wellness\n\n[Get Care Now](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/care)\n\n[Ways to Give](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/foundation)[Billing Information](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/patients-visitors\/billing-insurance)[OSF MyChart](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/patients-visitors\/osf-mychart)[Careers](https:\/\/www.osfcareers.org\/)\n\n- [Blog](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog)\n- Signs of mental illness: How to spot them \\| OSF HealthCare\n\n![https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/colon-cancer-screen-ft.jpg](https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/colon-cancer-screen-ft.jpg)\n\n# Signs of mental illness: How to spot them and offer help\nLast updated October 28, 2024\n\nWhen someone you love is hurting and possibly showing signs of mental illness, it’s natural to be concerned. But it can be difficult to known when – and how – to help.\n\nThat’s why mental health awareness is so important. It can help you to know the warning signs and the appropriate actions to take.\n\nAccording to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five American adults (about 23%) live with some kind of mental illness. The severity of these illnesses ranges from mild to moderate to severe and includes several types of mental health disorders, such as:\n\n- Adjustment disorders\n- Anxiety disorders\n- Behavior disorders\n- Borderline personality disorder\n- Eating disorders\n- Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, etc.)\n- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)\n- Phobias\n- Post-traumatic stress disorder\n- Schizophrenia\n## When to be concerned\nDominique Dietz, director of Virtual Behavioral Health at OSF HealthCare, says that identifying signs of mental illness isn’t as simple as spotting a specific symptom or behavior.\n\n“Instead, look for a larger pattern of escalating behavior that involves other red flags,” Dominique said. “You need to know a person’s typical behavior and if they’re acting differently than you would normally expect.”\n\nFor instance, we all experience stress, sadness and many different emotions, and we express them in different ways. What might be a healthy form of expression for one person could be a warning sign for someone else.\n\nConsider a person who makes a drastic change to their appearance.\n\nOne person might dye their hair green for fun while continuing to function in their daily life in essentially the same way. But someone who drastically changes their appearance while exhibiting other irregular behavior, like not showing up for work or school, could be experiencing some sort of mental or emotional distress.\n\n## Types of red flags\nSometimes, the early symptoms of mental illness and emotional struggle can be subtle. Other times, they might be drastic. Most behaviors that are considered mental health red flags will fall into one of three categories:\n\n- **Physical functioning:** Are they sleeping too much or not enough? Have their eating patterns changed? Have their energy patterns changed, such as a person who is typically energetic acting lethargic or someone who exercises regularly seeming fatigued?\n- **Emotional functioning:** Is the person exhibiting unusual mood changes, such as acting more irritable? Do they appear to be more easily frustrated? Are they crying more often?\n- **Cognitive functioning:** Are there changes in the way a person is interpreting or internalizing events? Are they having illogical responses to things that they would normally handle logically?\n\nBehaviors that should warrant an immediate response include:\n\n- Increased substance use (drugs or alcohol)\n- Not getting out of bed for days at a time\n- Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting someone else\n## Approaching the conversation\nWhen you recognize someone might be struggling, the next step is to offer them help. Bringing up the subject can be scary, but being honest and compassionate will help you get started.\n\n“People are usually nervous in these situations because they don’t know how to help a loved one with mental health issues, such as depression, OCD, anxiety or whatever the case may be. They’re not even sure how to bring up the topic,” Dominique said. “The best way to approach these situations is to be direct. It may be hard, but it’s worth it. Ask your loved one, ‘Do you need help? And if so, let me help you get the help you need.'”\n\nGiving someone the space to open up and share their experiences is an important part of recovery. Because of the stigma of mental health disorders, people sometimes feel ashamed or reluctant to admit they may be struggling.\n\nWhen having this type of conversation, try to avoid phrases like:\n\n- “You’re fine.”\n- You’re going to be OK.”\n- “Can’t you just…”\n\n“What they need from you is to know you are there for them, listening and wanting to help,” Dominique said. “You can then work together to address the problem.”\n\n## Seeking help\nFind online support\n\n[Sign up for SilverCloud](https:\/\/osf.silvercloudhealth.com\/signup\/%20)\n\nSeveral types of mental health care and resources are available for people dealing with signs and symptoms of mental illness, but it’s important to choose the right one.\n\n[OSF OnCall](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/oncall\/urgent-care\/) offers three FREE services:\n\n- **[Behavioral health navigators](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/services\/specialties\/mental-health\/programs-services\/navigators):** Behavioral health navigators offer adults a single point of contact who can help them understand the type of care they need (therapy, support groups, etc.) and the best way to access it. The mental health issues and areas of concern this program addresses are:\n  - Anxiety\n  - Depression\n  - Drug and alcohol use\n  - Problems with work and school\n  - Relationship issues\n- **[Resource Link](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/childrens\/services\/behavioral-health\/resource-link\/):** Available through [OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/childrens\/services\/behavioral-health\/resource-link\/), Resource Link is similar to the behavioral health navigator program but is intended for children and teens up to 17 years of age.\n- **[SilverCloud](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/services\/specialties\/mental-health\/resources\/silvercloud):** SilverCloud is a secure and anonymous online platform that helps adults manage the feelings and causes of mild to moderate anxiety, depression and stress. Available as a free app, this program consists of various interactive modules to be completed over an eight- to 10-week period, and it’s proven to be just as effective as in-person therapy.\n\n#### Explore more:\n[Mental Health](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?category-tag=Mental%20Health)[OSF Childrens Hospital](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?category-tag=OSF%20Childrens%20Hospital)[SilverCloud](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?category-tag=SilverCloud)[Stress](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?category-tag=stress)[OSF Children's Hospital](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?category-tag=OSF%20Children%27s%20Hospital)[Anxiety](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?category-tag=anxiety)[Depression](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?category-tag=depression)\n\n#### About the author [Luke Legner](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?author=Luke%20Legner)\nLuke Legner is a writing coordinator at OSF HealthCare. He joined the Ministry in April 2021 after several years working in corporate communications in the heavy equipment industry. A Pontiac native, he graduated from Illinois State University in 2002 where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication.   \n  \n Luke and his wife, Ashley, reside in Bloomington and have one son and two daughters. When he’s not tackling a home improvement project, you can usually find Luke watching his beloved Chicago Cubs or The Andy Griffith Show.\n#### Share this story\n## Related\n[![How to deal with news anxiety and stress](https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shutterstock_1733624393-1-1.jpg)08\/24\/2022 How to deal with news anxiety and stress](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog\/\/how-to-deal-with-news-anxiety-and-stress)\n\n[![Quiz: Is it adult ADHD?](https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1752225026-1.jpg)08\/08\/2022 Quiz: Is it adult ADHD?](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog\/\/quiz-is-it-adult-adhd)\n\n[![What is self-care?](https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/shutterstock_1895569528-1.jpg)11\/01\/2022 What is self-care?](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog\/\/self-care)\n\n[![Spot the signs of substance 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[OSF HealthCare](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/)\n- [OSF Careers](https:\/\/www.osfcareers.org\/)\n- [OSF HealthCare Foundation](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/foundation)\n- [OSF Innovation](https:\/\/osfinnovation.org\/)\n- [OSF Libraries](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/education\/library)\n- [OSF OnCall Digital Health](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/oncall\/partner)\n- [The Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis](https:\/\/franciscansisterspeoria.org\/)\n\nCopyright © 2026 OSF Healthcare System\n\n[Compliance](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/patients-visitors\/compliance)\n\n[Terms & Conditions](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/patients-visitors\/terms-conditions)\n\n[Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/patients-visitors\/privacy-policy)","attrs_readable_markdown":"![https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/colon-cancer-screen-ft.jpg](https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/colon-cancer-screen-ft.jpg)\n\nLast updated October 28, 2024\n\nWhen someone you love is hurting and possibly showing signs of mental illness, it’s natural to be concerned. But it can be difficult to known when – and how – to help.\n\nThat’s why mental health awareness is so important. It can help you to know the warning signs and the appropriate actions to take.\n\nAccording to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five American adults (about 23%) live with some kind of mental illness. The severity of these illnesses ranges from mild to moderate to severe and includes several types of mental health disorders, such as:\n\n- Adjustment disorders\n- Anxiety disorders\n- Behavior disorders\n- Borderline personality disorder\n- Eating disorders\n- Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, etc.)\n- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)\n- Phobias\n- Post-traumatic stress disorder\n- Schizophrenia\n## When to be concerned\nDominique Dietz, director of Virtual Behavioral Health at OSF HealthCare, says that identifying signs of mental illness isn’t as simple as spotting a specific symptom or behavior.\n\n“Instead, look for a larger pattern of escalating behavior that involves other red flags,” Dominique said. “You need to know a person’s typical behavior and if they’re acting differently than you would normally expect.”\n\nFor instance, we all experience stress, sadness and many different emotions, and we express them in different ways. What might be a healthy form of expression for one person could be a warning sign for someone else.\n\nConsider a person who makes a drastic change to their appearance.\n\nOne person might dye their hair green for fun while continuing to function in their daily life in essentially the same way. But someone who drastically changes their appearance while exhibiting other irregular behavior, like not showing up for work or school, could be experiencing some sort of mental or emotional distress.\n\n## Types of red flags\nSometimes, the early symptoms of mental illness and emotional struggle can be subtle. Other times, they might be drastic. Most behaviors that are considered mental health red flags will fall into one of three categories:\n\n- **Physical functioning:** Are they sleeping too much or not enough? Have their eating patterns changed? Have their energy patterns changed, such as a person who is typically energetic acting lethargic or someone who exercises regularly seeming fatigued?\n- **Emotional functioning:** Is the person exhibiting unusual mood changes, such as acting more irritable? Do they appear to be more easily frustrated? Are they crying more often?\n- **Cognitive functioning:** Are there changes in the way a person is interpreting or internalizing events? Are they having illogical responses to things that they would normally handle logically?\n\nBehaviors that should warrant an immediate response include:\n\n- Increased substance use (drugs or alcohol)\n- Not getting out of bed for days at a time\n- Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting someone else\n## Approaching the conversation\nWhen you recognize someone might be struggling, the next step is to offer them help. Bringing up the subject can be scary, but being honest and compassionate will help you get started.\n\n“People are usually nervous in these situations because they don’t know how to help a loved one with mental health issues, such as depression, OCD, anxiety or whatever the case may be. They’re not even sure how to bring up the topic,” Dominique said. “The best way to approach these situations is to be direct. It may be hard, but it’s worth it. Ask your loved one, ‘Do you need help? And if so, let me help you get the help you need.'”\n\nGiving someone the space to open up and share their experiences is an important part of recovery. Because of the stigma of mental health disorders, people sometimes feel ashamed or reluctant to admit they may be struggling.\n\nWhen having this type of conversation, try to avoid phrases like:\n\n- “You’re fine.”\n- You’re going to be OK.”\n- “Can’t you just…”\n\n“What they need from you is to know you are there for them, listening and wanting to help,” Dominique said. “You can then work together to address the problem.”\n\n## Seeking help\nSeveral types of mental health care and resources are available for people dealing with signs and symptoms of mental illness, but it’s important to choose the right one.\n\n[OSF OnCall](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/oncall\/urgent-care\/) offers three FREE services:\n\n- **[Behavioral health navigators](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/services\/specialties\/mental-health\/programs-services\/navigators):** Behavioral health navigators offer adults a single point of contact who can help them understand the type of care they need (therapy, support groups, etc.) and the best way to access it. The mental health issues and areas of concern this program addresses are:\n  - Anxiety\n  - Depression\n  - Drug and alcohol use\n  - Problems with work and school\n  - Relationship issues\n- **[Resource Link](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/childrens\/services\/behavioral-health\/resource-link\/):** Available through [OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/childrens\/services\/behavioral-health\/resource-link\/), Resource Link is similar to the behavioral health navigator program but is intended for children and teens up to 17 years of age.\n- **[SilverCloud](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/services\/specialties\/mental-health\/resources\/silvercloud):** SilverCloud is a secure and anonymous online platform that helps adults manage the feelings and causes of mild to moderate anxiety, depression and stress. Available as a free app, this program consists of various interactive modules to be completed over an eight- to 10-week period, and it’s proven to be just as effective as in-person therapy.\n\n#### About the author [Luke Legner](https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog?author=Luke%20Legner)\nLuke Legner is a writing coordinator at OSF HealthCare. He joined the Ministry in April 2021 after several years working in corporate communications in the heavy equipment industry. A Pontiac native, he graduated from Illinois State University in 2002 where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication.\n\nLuke and his wife, Ashley, reside in Bloomington and have one son and two daughters. When he’s not tackling a home improvement project, you can usually find Luke watching his beloved Chicago Cubs or The Andy Griffith Show.","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Last updated October 28, 2024 When someone you love is hurting and possibly showing signs of mental illness, it’s natural to be concerned. But it can be difficult to known when – and how – to help. That’s why mental health awareness is so important. It can help you to know the warning signs and the appropriate actions to take. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five American adults (about 23%) live with some kind of mental illness. The severity of these illnesses ranges from mild to moderate to severe and includes several types of mental health disorders, such as: Adjustment disorders Anxiety disorders Behavior disorders Borderline personality disorder Eating disorders Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, etc.) Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Phobias Post-traumatic stress disorder Schizophrenia When to be concerned Dominique Dietz, director of Virtual Behavioral Health at OSF HealthCare, says that identifying signs of mental illness isn’t as simple as spotting a specific symptom or behavior. “Instead, look for a larger pattern of escalating behavior that involves other red flags,” Dominique said. “You need to know a person’s typical behavior and if they’re acting differently than you would normally expect.” For instance, we all experience stress, sadness and many different emotions, and we express them in different ways. What might be a healthy form of expression for one person could be a warning sign for someone else. Consider a person who makes a drastic change to their appearance. One person might dye their hair green for fun while continuing to function in their daily life in essentially the same way. But someone who drastically changes their appearance while exhibiting other irregular behavior, like not showing up for work or school, could be experiencing some sort of mental or emotional distress. Types of red flags Sometimes, the early symptoms of mental illness and emotional struggle can be subtle. Other times, they might be drastic. Most behaviors that are considered mental health red flags will fall into one of three categories: Physical functioning: Are they sleeping too much or not enough? Have their eating patterns changed? Have their energy patterns changed, such as a person who is typically energetic acting lethargic or someone who exercises regularly seeming fatigued? Emotional functioning: Is the person exhibiting unusual mood changes, such as acting more irritable? Do they appear to be more easily frustrated? Are they crying more often? Cognitive functioning: Are there changes in the way a person is interpreting or internalizing events? Are they having illogical responses to things that they would normally handle logically? Behaviors that should warrant an immediate response include: Increased substance use (drugs or alcohol) Not getting out of bed for days at a time Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting someone else Approaching the conversation When you recognize someone might be struggling, the next step is to offer them help. Bringing up the subject can be scary, but being honest and compassionate will help you get started. “People are usually nervous in these situations because they don’t know how to help a loved one with mental health issues, such as depression, OCD, anxiety or whatever the case may be. They’re not even sure how to bring up the topic,” Dominique said. “The best way to approach these situations is to be direct. It may be hard, but it’s worth it. Ask your loved one, ‘Do you need help? And if so, let me help you get the help you need.'” Giving someone the space to open up and share their experiences is an important part of recovery. Because of the stigma of mental health disorders, people sometimes feel ashamed or reluctant to admit they may be struggling. When having this type of conversation, try to avoid phrases like: “You’re fine.” You’re going to be OK.” “Can’t you just…” “What they need from you is to know you are there for them, listening and wanting to help,” Dominique said. “You can then work together to address the problem.” Seeking help Several types of mental health care and resources are available for people dealing with signs and symptoms of mental illness, but it’s important to choose the right one. OSF OnCall offers three FREE services: Behavioral health navigators : Behavioral health navigators offer adults a single point of contact who can help them understand the type of care they need (therapy, support groups, etc.) and the best way to access it. The mental health issues and areas of concern this program addresses are: Anxiety Depression Drug and alcohol use Problems with work and school Relationship issues Resource Link : Available through OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois , Resource Link is similar to the behavioral health navigator program but is intended for children and teens up to 17 years of age. SilverCloud : SilverCloud is a secure and anonymous online platform that helps adults manage the feelings and causes of mild to moderate anxiety, depression and stress. Available as a free app, this program consists of various interactive modules to be completed over an eight- to 10-week period, and it’s proven to be just as effective as in-person therapy. About the author Luke Legner Luke Legner is a writing coordinator at OSF HealthCare. He joined the Ministry in April 2021 after several years working in corporate communications in the heavy equipment industry. A Pontiac native, he graduated from Illinois State University in 2002 where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication. Luke and his wife, Ashley, reside in Bloomington and have one son and two daughters. When he’s not tackling a home improvement project, you can usually find Luke watching his beloved Chicago Cubs or The Andy Griffith Show.
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But it can be difficult to known when – and how – to help. That’s why mental health awareness is so important. It can help you to know the warning signs and the appropriate actions to take. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five American adults (about 23%) live with some kind of mental illness. The severity of these illnesses ranges from mild to moderate to severe and includes several types of mental health disorders, such as: - Adjustment disorders - Anxiety disorders - Behavior disorders - Borderline personality disorder - Eating disorders - Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, etc.) - Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) - Phobias - Post-traumatic stress disorder - Schizophrenia ## When to be concerned Dominique Dietz, director of Virtual Behavioral Health at OSF HealthCare, says that identifying signs of mental illness isn’t as simple as spotting a specific symptom or behavior. “Instead, look for a larger pattern of escalating behavior that involves other red flags,” Dominique said. “You need to know a person’s typical behavior and if they’re acting differently than you would normally expect.” For instance, we all experience stress, sadness and many different emotions, and we express them in different ways. What might be a healthy form of expression for one person could be a warning sign for someone else. Consider a person who makes a drastic change to their appearance. One person might dye their hair green for fun while continuing to function in their daily life in essentially the same way. But someone who drastically changes their appearance while exhibiting other irregular behavior, like not showing up for work or school, could be experiencing some sort of mental or emotional distress. ## Types of red flags Sometimes, the early symptoms of mental illness and emotional struggle can be subtle. Other times, they might be drastic. Most behaviors that are considered mental health red flags will fall into one of three categories: - Physical functioning: Are they sleeping too much or not enough? Have their eating patterns changed? Have their energy patterns changed, such as a person who is typically energetic acting lethargic or someone who exercises regularly seeming fatigued? - Emotional functioning: Is the person exhibiting unusual mood changes, such as acting more irritable? Do they appear to be more easily frustrated? Are they crying more often? - Cognitive functioning: Are there changes in the way a person is interpreting or internalizing events? Are they having illogical responses to things that they would normally handle logically? Behaviors that should warrant an immediate response include: - Increased substance use (drugs or alcohol) - Not getting out of bed for days at a time - Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting someone else ## Approaching the conversation When you recognize someone might be struggling, the next step is to offer them help. Bringing up the subject can be scary, but being honest and compassionate will help you get started. “People are usually nervous in these situations because they don’t know how to help a loved one with mental health issues, such as depression, OCD, anxiety or whatever the case may be. They’re not even sure how to bring up the topic,” Dominique said. “The best way to approach these situations is to be direct. It may be hard, but it’s worth it. Ask your loved one, ‘Do you need help? And if so, let me help you get the help you need.'” Giving someone the space to open up and share their experiences is an important part of recovery. Because of the stigma of mental health disorders, people sometimes feel ashamed or reluctant to admit they may be struggling. When having this type of conversation, try to avoid phrases like: - “You’re fine.” - You’re going to be OK.” - “Can’t you just…” “What they need from you is to know you are there for them, listening and wanting to help,” Dominique said. “You can then work together to address the problem.” ## Seeking help Find online support [Sign up for SilverCloud](https://osf.silvercloudhealth.com/signup/%20) Several types of mental health care and resources are available for people dealing with signs and symptoms of mental illness, but it’s important to choose the right one. [OSF OnCall](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/oncall/urgent-care/) offers three FREE services: - [Behavioral health navigators](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/services/specialties/mental-health/programs-services/navigators): Behavioral health navigators offer adults a single point of contact who can help them understand the type of care they need (therapy, support groups, etc.) and the best way to access it. The mental health issues and areas of concern this program addresses are: - Anxiety - Depression - Drug and alcohol use - Problems with work and school - Relationship issues - [Resource Link](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/childrens/services/behavioral-health/resource-link/): Available through [OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/childrens/services/behavioral-health/resource-link/), Resource Link is similar to the behavioral health navigator program but is intended for children and teens up to 17 years of age. - [SilverCloud](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/services/specialties/mental-health/resources/silvercloud): SilverCloud is a secure and anonymous online platform that helps adults manage the feelings and causes of mild to moderate anxiety, depression and stress. Available as a free app, this program consists of various interactive modules to be completed over an eight- to 10-week period, and it’s proven to be just as effective as in-person therapy. #### Explore more: [Mental Health](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?category-tag=Mental%20Health)[OSF Childrens Hospital](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?category-tag=OSF%20Childrens%20Hospital)[SilverCloud](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?category-tag=SilverCloud)[Stress](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?category-tag=stress)[OSF Children's Hospital](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?category-tag=OSF%20Children%27s%20Hospital)[Anxiety](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?category-tag=anxiety)[Depression](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?category-tag=depression) #### About the author [Luke Legner](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?author=Luke%20Legner) Luke Legner is a writing coordinator at OSF HealthCare. He joined the Ministry in April 2021 after several years working in corporate communications in the heavy equipment industry. A Pontiac native, he graduated from Illinois State University in 2002 where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication. Luke and his wife, Ashley, reside in Bloomington and have one son and two daughters. 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Readable Markdown	![https://osf-blog.live.imagescape.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/colon-cancer-screen-ft.jpg](https://osf-blog.live.imagescape.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/colon-cancer-screen-ft.jpg) Last updated October 28, 2024 When someone you love is hurting and possibly showing signs of mental illness, it’s natural to be concerned. But it can be difficult to known when – and how – to help. That’s why mental health awareness is so important. It can help you to know the warning signs and the appropriate actions to take. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five American adults (about 23%) live with some kind of mental illness. The severity of these illnesses ranges from mild to moderate to severe and includes several types of mental health disorders, such as: - Adjustment disorders - Anxiety disorders - Behavior disorders - Borderline personality disorder - Eating disorders - Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, etc.) - Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) - Phobias - Post-traumatic stress disorder - Schizophrenia ## When to be concerned Dominique Dietz, director of Virtual Behavioral Health at OSF HealthCare, says that identifying signs of mental illness isn’t as simple as spotting a specific symptom or behavior. “Instead, look for a larger pattern of escalating behavior that involves other red flags,” Dominique said. “You need to know a person’s typical behavior and if they’re acting differently than you would normally expect.” For instance, we all experience stress, sadness and many different emotions, and we express them in different ways. What might be a healthy form of expression for one person could be a warning sign for someone else. Consider a person who makes a drastic change to their appearance. One person might dye their hair green for fun while continuing to function in their daily life in essentially the same way. But someone who drastically changes their appearance while exhibiting other irregular behavior, like not showing up for work or school, could be experiencing some sort of mental or emotional distress. ## Types of red flags Sometimes, the early symptoms of mental illness and emotional struggle can be subtle. Other times, they might be drastic. Most behaviors that are considered mental health red flags will fall into one of three categories: - Physical functioning: Are they sleeping too much or not enough? Have their eating patterns changed? Have their energy patterns changed, such as a person who is typically energetic acting lethargic or someone who exercises regularly seeming fatigued? - Emotional functioning: Is the person exhibiting unusual mood changes, such as acting more irritable? Do they appear to be more easily frustrated? Are they crying more often? - Cognitive functioning: Are there changes in the way a person is interpreting or internalizing events? Are they having illogical responses to things that they would normally handle logically? Behaviors that should warrant an immediate response include: - Increased substance use (drugs or alcohol) - Not getting out of bed for days at a time - Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of hurting someone else ## Approaching the conversation When you recognize someone might be struggling, the next step is to offer them help. Bringing up the subject can be scary, but being honest and compassionate will help you get started. “People are usually nervous in these situations because they don’t know how to help a loved one with mental health issues, such as depression, OCD, anxiety or whatever the case may be. They’re not even sure how to bring up the topic,” Dominique said. “The best way to approach these situations is to be direct. It may be hard, but it’s worth it. Ask your loved one, ‘Do you need help? And if so, let me help you get the help you need.'” Giving someone the space to open up and share their experiences is an important part of recovery. Because of the stigma of mental health disorders, people sometimes feel ashamed or reluctant to admit they may be struggling. When having this type of conversation, try to avoid phrases like: - “You’re fine.” - You’re going to be OK.” - “Can’t you just…” “What they need from you is to know you are there for them, listening and wanting to help,” Dominique said. “You can then work together to address the problem.” ## Seeking help Several types of mental health care and resources are available for people dealing with signs and symptoms of mental illness, but it’s important to choose the right one. [OSF OnCall](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/oncall/urgent-care/) offers three FREE services: - [Behavioral health navigators](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/services/specialties/mental-health/programs-services/navigators): Behavioral health navigators offer adults a single point of contact who can help them understand the type of care they need (therapy, support groups, etc.) and the best way to access it. The mental health issues and areas of concern this program addresses are: - Anxiety - Depression - Drug and alcohol use - Problems with work and school - Relationship issues - [Resource Link](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/childrens/services/behavioral-health/resource-link/): Available through [OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/childrens/services/behavioral-health/resource-link/), Resource Link is similar to the behavioral health navigator program but is intended for children and teens up to 17 years of age. - [SilverCloud](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/services/specialties/mental-health/resources/silvercloud): SilverCloud is a secure and anonymous online platform that helps adults manage the feelings and causes of mild to moderate anxiety, depression and stress. Available as a free app, this program consists of various interactive modules to be completed over an eight- to 10-week period, and it’s proven to be just as effective as in-person therapy. #### About the author [Luke Legner](https://www.osfhealthcare.org/blog?author=Luke%20Legner) Luke Legner is a writing coordinator at OSF HealthCare. He joined the Ministry in April 2021 after several years working in corporate communications in the heavy equipment industry. A Pontiac native, he graduated from Illinois State University in 2002 where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication. Luke and his wife, Ashley, reside in Bloomington and have one son and two daughters. When he’s not tackling a home improvement project, you can usually find Luke watching his beloved Chicago Cubs or The Andy Griffith Show.
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