What is mental health?
Your Mental Health
Understanding mental health can be complicated. Just because someone doesn’t have a mental health problem doesn’t mean they’re mentally healthy. And even if someone seems fine, they might still have a mental health issue.
Mental health is about more than just not having problems. It’s also about how we think, feel, and get along with others.
We all struggle with challenges
We all face tough times, and it’s okay to feel sad or upset when things get hard. How we react differs from person to person, and there’s no right or wrong way to handle challenges.
Things like our genes influence our mental health, what we’ve been through, how we grew up, and where we are. It also depends on how things are going in other parts of our lives and how much support we have. Being an expat also has unique challenges, such as cultural adaptation and finding community in a new place.
Knowing about these things can help us understand when we or someone we know is struggling.
Addressing mental health issues early
Taking action early with mental health is important because it can stop problems from getting bigger. When we reach out for help sooner, things can get better faster. If we ignore our mental health, it might become harder to deal with later. Getting help early can teach us ways to handle tough times and learn new skills. By dealing with mental health early, we can feel better and enjoy life more.
Steps to Acting Early
If we ignore our mental health, it might become harder to deal with later.
Getting help early can teach us ways to handle tough times and learn new skills. By dealing with mental health early, we can feel better and enjoy life more.
Find someone to talk to:
1. Talk to your GP/ School counsellor
2. Talk to a trusted work colleague / HR person
3. Talk to a good friend
4. Talk to a teacher
Prompts to help in starting the conversation
“I’m going through a rough patch and could really use your help.”
“I’m feeling trapped and unsure of what steps to take.”
“It seems like everything’s overwhelming me, and finding a way out is tough.”
“Lately, life’s been challenging, and having some support would mean a lot.”
Seek professional help
There are many therapists in Dubai who can help; however, finding support can be difficult, time-consuming and expensive if you are new to this. We suggest you check out the below links as a starting point to guide you in seeking a good therapist.
Links to finding a good therapist
How to Find a Good Therapist: 10 Tips and What to Avoid (psychcentral.com)
How Do I Find a Good Therapist? (apa.org)
How to Choose a Therapist: A Step-by-Step Guide : OpenCounseling
Feel free to email info@youvegotthis.ae or our socials @youvegotthis if you are still struggling with finding professional help.
Its Urgent!
If you need urgent help or are in a crisis, call:
Al Amal Psychiatric Hospital
04 519 2500
Rashid Hospital
04 219 2000
Social Services Helpline 800 700
https://sssd.shj.ae/
Is it an emergency? If you feel at risk or someone else is at risk or harm
Call Police on 999
Seek help online
There are numerous online resources available to help you in freeing your mind. While we have included some of them in our list, it is essential to understand that they cannot replace therapy. Seeking professional assistance is imperative if you are facing difficulties. However, the resources we have provided can support and aid you in your journey towards mental well-being.
https://sssd.shj.ae/
Urgent in crisis
URGENT
If this is an emergency? If you feel at risk or someone else is at risk or harm
CALL / VISIT
Call Police on 999
04 219 2000
04 519 2500
free resources
Seek professional help
Many therapists in Dubai can help; however, finding support can be difficult, time-consuming and expensive if you are new to this.
We suggest you read the information in the following links to guide you. Feel free to email info@youvegotthis.ae or our socials @youvegotthis if you are still struggling.