Mental disorders have become quite common recently. They are not communicable, yet very dangerous. A number of people suffer from this mental illnesses. Some are aware, while some are not.

Mental disorders are extensive health conditions that alters a person’s mood, thinking and behavior. A very common example is clinical depression. Mental illnesses are hard to prevent but can be controlled. Below are some signs and symptoms of mental disorders:

• Extreme mood changes
• Feeling low or sad
• Change in behavior and eating patterns
• Excessive anger/hostility
• Withdrawal from activities
• Difficulty in relating with others
• Restlessness
• Detachment from reality
• Suicidal thoughts

Living and coping with a person who is mentally ill can be very tiresome and difficult; next to impossible for some people, but it is very possible. Here are some tips on how to cope with such people:

Don’t patronize
As much as you think being there for them is important…