There are certain symptoms that indicate a mental health evaluation should be sought. These symptoms are not a definite diagnosis but they do show areas of concern that should be checked out by a mental health professional.
1. Frequent Aggression- This is one of the symptoms that may indicate a mental health evaluation is needed. The aggression can be verbal or physical. Some people have a shorter fuse than others, and some people seem to be angry from the minute that they are born. If you frequently lash out at other people, if your aggression is placing your relationships, job, or living arrangements at risk, or it has other negative consequences then you should talk to a mental health professional.
2. Frequent Depression- If you have more blue days than good ones it may be time to seek professional help. You may notice problems with sleeping, eating, or both. A professional can screen you for clinical depression and related conditions.
3. Constant Fatigue or Chronic Exhaustion- If you always seem worn out or you are frequently exhausted even though you have not done anything physically exerting then you may be depressed without realizing it, or there could be a physical cause behind the symptoms that needs to be addressed.
4. Risky Behaviors- Risk taking can be one of the symptoms of a mental disorder that requires a mental health evaluation. It is important to remember that some people take enormous risks right from early childhood even though they do not suffer from a mental health condition.
