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10 signs you need a mental check

Everyone has bad days. And many have bad weeks. But if you've been feeling depressed, stressed, or anxious over a long period of time, and it's impacting daily life, you may need help. We've listed ten signs here that you may need a mental check.

1. “I feel constantly anxious, nervous, or 'on edge'.”
2. “I often feel separated and quite distant from other people.”
3. “At times, I'm not sure if my thoughts are real or fantasy.”
4. “I find it almost impossible to concentrate when I'm reading.”
5. “I spend a lot of time on what others think of me.”
6. “I feel like people are plotting to harm me.”
7. “I never feel guilty, ashamed, or regret my actions or my words.”
8. “If something goes wrong, it's not my fault.”
9. “It seems that joy and happiness elude me.”
10. “When good things happen to me, I often do something irresponsible to sabotage my success.”