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1 315 east Grover StreetShelby, NC Private Matters3 Private MattersIndexBehavioral Mental Healthy Body/Healthy Immunization/Preventing Community Health Hopes & Dreams-Setting Your Pregnancy Prevention & STD Pregnancy Pregnancy and Child Transmitted & Dating and Rape/Date Rape/Sexual Social Networking/Cyber Bullying/Internet Substance Alcohol Things to Nothing can dim the light which shines from Angelou4 Private MattersBehavioral Health and CounselingYour present circumstances don t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you Qubein5 Private MattersBipolar DisorderBipolar disorder is a serious mental illness.

2 People who have it go through unusual mood changes. They go from very happy and active to very sad, hopeless and then back again. They often have normal moods in between. The up feeling is called mania. The down feeling is causes of bipolar disorder aren t always clear. It can be inherited in families. Abnormal brain structure and function may also play a role. Bipolar disorder often starts in a person s late teen or early adult years. But children and adults can have bipolar disorder too. The illness usually lasts a lifetime. If you think you may have it, tell your health care provider. A medical checkup can rule out other illnesses that might cause your mood not treated, bipolar disorder can lead to damaged relationships, poor job or school performance, and even suicide.

3 However, there are effective treatments to control symptoms: medication and talk therapy. NIH: National Institute of Mental HealthResources for Bipolar Disorder Include: is a serious medical illness that involves the brain. It s more than just a feeling of being down in the dumps or blue for a few days. If you are one of the more than 20 million people in the United States who have depression, the feelings do not go away. They persist and interfere with your everyday life. Symptoms can include: Sadness Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy Change in weight Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping6 Private Matters Energy loss Feelings of worthlessness Thoughts of death or suicideDepression is a disorder of the brain.

4 There are a variety of causes, including genetic, environmental, psychological, and biochemical factors. Depression usually starts between the ages of 15 and 30, and is much more common in women. Women can also get postpartum depression after the birth of a baby. Depression is one part of bipolar disorder. There are effective treatments for depression, including antidepressants and talk therapy. Most people do best by using both. NIH: National Institute of Mental HealthResources for Depression Include: and anxiety are part of life. You may feel anxious before you take a test or walk down a dark Street . This kind of anxiety is useful - it can make you more alert or careful.

5 It usually ends soon after you are out of the situation that caused it. But for millions of people in the United States, the anxiety does not go away, and gets worse over time. They may have chest pains or nightmares. They may even be afraid to leave home. These people have anxiety disorders. Types include: Panic disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder Phobias Generalized anxiety disorder Treatment can involve medication, therapy or : National Institute of Mental Health 7 Private MattersResources for Anxiety Include: DisordersEating disorders are complex. People with eating disorders often use food to deal with feelings and emotions.

6 Dieting, binging, and purging begin as a way to cope with painful emotions and to feel in control. Ultimately, eating disorders can damage one s physical and emotional health, as well as one s self-esteem. These serious emotional and physical problems can have life threatening that may contribute to eating disorders: Low self esteem Feelings of inadequacy Depression Troubled family and personal relationships Difficulty expressing emotions and feelings History of being teased about physical appearance Cultural definitions of beauty Chemical imbalanceANOREXIA is self starvation and excessive weight loss. Signs include: Intense fear of weight gain or being fat Feeling fat or overweight despite dramatic weight loss Loss of menstrual periods Extreme concern with body weight and shape Refusal to maintain normal body weightBULIMIA is eating large amounts of food in short periods of time, then getting rid of the food through vomiting, laxative abuse, or over-exercising.

7 Bulimia is often done in secret. Signs include: Repeated binging and purging Feeling out of control during a binge and eating beyond comfort Purging after a binge (by vomiting, abuse of laxatives and diet pills, excessive exercise, or fasting) Frequent dieting Extreme concern with body weight and shape8 Private MattersBINGE EATING DISORDER (also known as COMPULSIVE OVEREATING) is uncontrolled, impulsive, or continuous eating beyond the point of feeling comfortably full. Signs include: Sporadic fasts or repetitive diets Feelings of shame or self-hatred after a binge Anxiety, depression, and loneliness Changes in body weight- from normal to underweight, moderate to severe DISORDERS STEM FROM MANY CAUSES.

8 THEY CAN CREATE A CYCLE OF PHYSCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DAMAGE. ALL EATING DISORDERS REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL from Eating Disorders Awareness and PreventionTo find out more about eating disorders or how to get help: National Eating Disorder Hotline and Referral Service 1-800-931-2237 Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention, Inc 1-630-577-1330 Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders 1-877-941-6272 Grief/LossFor those who have lost a family member or friend, the following provide grief education, support groups, and individual counseling services.

9 Hospice of Cleveland County 704-487-4677 KinderMourn 704-376-2580 Elizabeth Will, licensed professional counselor 704-484 -0033 *accepts Medicaid9 Private MattersMental HealthMental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act as we cope with life. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Mental illnesses are serious disorders which can affect your thinking, mood, and behavior. There are many causes of mental disorders.

10 Your genes and family history may play a role. Your life experiences, such as stress or a history of abuse, may also matter. Biological factors can also be part of the cause. Mental disorders are common, but treatments are available. NIH: National Institute of Mental HealthResources for Mental Health Include: Mental Health ResourcesMental Health Association of Cleveland County, for the needs of adults and children with psychiatric and emotional difficulties and provides education and support for the individual and families affected by a mental illness. Call: 704-481-8637 Partners Behavioral Health Management (formally Partners LME)Partners BHM oversees the publicly-funded behavioral healthcare service system for 8 counties including Cleveland.