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MENTAL WELLNESS
JUNE 2021
Mental Health Intro
LETS GET TALKING VIDEOS
Myths about Therapy
Mindfulness for Mental Health
MENTAL HEALTH & CARERS ( dO AN INTRODUCTORY VIDEO ON STATISTICS/MH STIGMA)
One in 4 of us suffer with our mental health . In the care profession, this is estimated to be 1 in 2 according to research. Please see below some general information on the most common struggles experienced by carers and care workers.
MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA IN THE CARE SECTOR
Tackling Mental Health Stigma in the care profession is one of the top issues for CNI. It is likely that due to the responsabilities in our carer role we feel we cannot ever not be at our best. However, this is not realistic. It is imperative to take care of ourselves before supporting others, especially in times of crisis.
Talking about our mental health, acknowledging our experiences and accepting help when needed is the way forward.
Easy Relaxation
The 5 Ways of Wellbeing: Mental Health Ireland
(do a vimeo video with 5 headings)
1.KEEP LEARNING- Learn something new, start a course
2. BE ACTIVE- Walk or Cycle, Exercise, join a Fitness Challe
3. NOTICE- Be Mindful and in the Present Moment
4. CONNECT- Join a club, become a volunteer, connect with friends & family
5. GIVE- Give back , thank others
Anxiety, Stress, Burnout, Compassion Fatigue and Post Traumatic Stress disorder
(Videos to replace text)
One in 4 of us suffer with our mental health . In the care profession, this is estimated to be 1 in 2 according to various research studies. Please see below some general information on the most common struggles experienced by carers and care workers:
Anxiety
Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.
Common signs of anxiety:
. Excessive worrying. Feeling Agitated, Restlessness, Fatigue, Tense Muscle, Difficulty Concentrating, Trouble Sleeping, Panic Attacks
Stress
Stress can be short-term or long-term. Chronic stress can take a serious toll on the body over time and have long-lasting health effects.
- Changes in mood, Difficulty sleeping, Digestive problems, Dizziness, Feeling anxious,Headaches
- Low energy, Muscle tension, especially in the neck and shoulders
- Physical aches and pains, Racing heartbeat
Burnout
Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.
Physical Signs of Burnout
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Emotional Signs of Burnout
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Behavioural Signs & Symptoms of Burnout
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Compassion Fatigue
Compassion fatigue can take a physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional toll on people who experience it. Common symptoms of compassion fatigue include:
- Chronic physical and emotional exhaustion, Depersonalization,Feelings of inequity toward the therapeutic or caregiver relationship
- Irritability,Feelings of self-contempt, Difficulty sleeping
- Weight loss,Headaches, Poor job satisfaction
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after a very stressful or distressing event. It can also develop after a prolonged traumatic experience.
The types of events that can lead to PTSD include:
- serious road accidents,violent personal assaults, such as sexual assault, mugging or robbery
- prolonged sexual abuse, violence or severe neglect, witnessing violent deaths
- military combat,being held hostageterrorist attacks,
- natural disasters, such as severe floods, earthquakes or tsunamis
- a diagnosis of a life-threatening condition, an unexpected severe injury or death of someone close
Mental Health Leaflets & Posters for your Workplace
Get in touch via info@carersnetworkireland.com if you would like some mental health leaflets & Posters for your organisation.
