Signs That You Need Psychriatric Help

Life can be overwhelming and frustrating, and sometimes it can become too much for one person to handle all alone. Talking your problems out can make a world of difference in taking the burden off of your shoulders. If you are stressed out and feel that you may be suffering from some type of mental disorder, whether it's related to depression or anxiety, consider seeking psychiatric help.

Worry

• If worry has taken over your life, it is time to speak with a psychiatrist. If your fears and worries are out of control (especially if they are irrational and no amount of reassurance can help you), you probably need psychiatric intervention. Psychiatric help may be able to provide you with the clarity and focus that you need to calm yourself and soothe your mind.

Functioning

• If functioning and getting through daily life has become almost impossible for you, you need psychiatric help. If what once was a normal daily obligation (such as getting out of bed and going to work in the morning) is practically unbearable now, something in your life needs to change -- and immediately.

Anger

• If you are experiencing abnormal feelings of excessive anger and are lashing out at other people, unprompted and often with no real cause or reason, psychiatric assistance is necessary.

Sleeping Problems

• Sleep rejuvenates your body and mind. If you are not sleeping well, seek psychiatric help.

  Issues with sleeping (such as an inability to fall and stay asleep at night) can also indicate an urgent need for psychiatric help. Insomnia is often a symptom for many common mental illnesses, including depression. Also look for signs such as constant drowsiness, lethargy and exhaustion.

Eating Habits

• Over or under eating may be a sign you need psychiatric help.

  If your eating habits have significantly changed, consider speaking with a psychiatrist. Some examples include loss of appetite and binge eating, both of which can signify serious mental conditions.

Reality

• If you are experiencing a major disconnect with reality, you probably will be able to benefit from talking to a psychiatrist. Some key examples include having delusions and hallucinations. Be aware of either hearing or seeing things that are not visible or audible to other people.

Interest

• If the sports and hobbies you once enjoyed are no longer enticing to you, you may need to talk to a therapist.

  If you no longer feel any interest or enthusiasm about life or things you previously enjoyed, psychiatric help may be able to benefit you. Whether it's hanging out with your best friends, your career or your family, loss of interest often points towards mood disorders.

Substance Abuse

• Heavy drinking is a sign you need psychological help.

  When people feel lost and confused in life they often turn to alcohol and drugs to deal with their pain and emotions. If you find yourself wallowing in addiction, whether it's drugs or alcohol, seek out psychiatric help immediately.

Physical Signs

• Look out for physical signs that you need outside help. Some telling physical symptoms of mental illness are chest ache, back pain, headache, dry mouth, dizziness, lightheadedness, fast heart rate and weight loss or gain.

Suicidal Thoughts

• If you are feeling so down and miserable that you are thinking about suicide, call your doctor as soon as possible. Do not waste one minute thinking before contacting your doctor, as the help might be able to save your life.