– Pay attention to warning signs. Work with your doctor or therapist to learn what might trigger your symptoms. Make a plan so that you know what to do if the symptoms reappear. Contact your doctor or therapist if you notice any changes in symptoms or how you feel. Consider involving family members or friends to watch for warning signs.
– Get routine medical care. Don’t neglect check-ups or skip visits to your primary care provider, especially if you aren’t feeling well. You may have a new health problem that needs to be treated, or you may be experiencing side effects of medication.
– Get help when you need it. Mental health conditions can be harder to treat if you wait until the symptoms took a turn for the worse. Long-term maintenance treatments also may help prevent a relapse of symptoms.
– Take good care of yourself. Sufficient sleep, healthy eating and regular physical activity are important. Try to maintain a regular schedule. Talk to your primary care provider if you have trouble sleeping or if you have questions about diet and physical activity.
References
Mayo Clinic. (2020, April 14). Mental Illness. Retrieved from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/symptoms-causes/syc-20374968
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