Mental Health

Physical well being is not the only measure of health. When it comes to holistic wellness, you must also take care of your and your loved ones’ Mental Health. After all, patterns in feelings, thoughts, and behaviours can have an impact on your overall quality of life. For example, severe social phobia can be debilitating.

At Batemans Bay Medical and Skin Centre, we offer Mental Health checks for the whole family. We have experts in the field offering full psychiatric evaluation and medication monitoring. You can expect utmost confidentiality for individuals or groups. We offer therapy for adults, adolescents, and children. Our team consists of specialists, advanced nurse practitioners, and psychologists to help you understand the various mental health conditions.

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Defining Mental Health

This aspect of health deals with how your mind processes thoughts, regulates feelings, and affects behaviours. Unfortunately, some individuals will experience a major disturbance that affects mental clarity and functioning. When a mental disorder presents itself, it will be very disruptive and intrusive. As a result, the person will not be able to function well. As such, a Mental Health problem will affect the following:

  • Maintenance of relationships
  • Functionality in social situations
  • Performance in school or work
  • Hitting milestones for a certain age or intelligence level
  • Participation in critical activities.

Notably, societal norms and expectations will also impact the situation. These elements play a role in defining mental health issues. Sometimes, culture plays a huge impact because it is variable. What may be normal for one society can be disruptive for others. An evaluation from a caring doctor is crucial if you feel that you or your loved one has mental health concerns.

Defining Mental Health

Diagnosis of Mental Conditions

If you feel that something is wrong, your primary care physician can help you make a referral for consultation with a Mental Health professional. A psychiatrist, psychologist, or another mental health professional can help make the diagnosis. Usually, their conclusions are based on the following:

  • General medical history of the individual 
  • Family history of mental illness
  • Complete physical to rule out certain conditions
  • Questions about recent changes in life
  • Administer questionnaires and other diagnostic tests
  • Assessment of alcohol or substance use
  • Queries on medications taken
  • Evaluation of any current trauma, crisis, or presence of abuse

Interviews and questions can also be answered by a person close to the patient. A spouse or parent who has the person’s best interest at heart can help. 
 

Diagnosis of Mental Conditions

 

When to Seek Treatment

How do you know if the condition is a normal mental response or disruptive mental disorder that needs professional intervention? Though every Mental Health Condition, from bipolar disorder to manic depressive disorder has its own signs and specific symptoms, the only way to be sure is to get a professional evaluation. Professional help is needed when you notice the following: 

  • Significant changes in personality
  • A massive change in sleeping and eating habits
  • Inability to handle problems
  • Non-functioning in terms of daily activities
  • Withdrawal and disconnection from people
  • Morbid thoughts
  • Excessively anxious feelings
  • Prolonged depression or apathy
  • Thoughts of suicide
  • Speaking of harming others
  • Drug abuse and excessive alcoholism
  • Extremely harmful mood swings
  • Violent behaviour and aggression

Sadly, people with Mental Health Issues think these things are a normal part of life. Often, many people avoid seeking help because of shame. Remember, if you feel concerned about your own mental health or that of your loved ones, never hesitate to reach out and seek advice. 

Consult a Mental Health Professional ASAP

You must immediately consult your doctor and make an appointment with an appropriate Mental Health professional. It is vital to find a caring doctor who is familiar with your cultural habits. It will help you understand and manage your unique experiences. 

Contact Us 

Call us at Batemans Bay Medical and Skin Centre. Our support will help you identify your issues and alleviate your mental stress. With proper diagnostic procedures from our team, we can offer the appropriate treatment, whether medication, counselling or other alternative therapies. Remember, there’s no reason for you to struggle in silence when a helping hand. To book an appointment with us, please call 0000 000 000

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