Your child and young adults are exposed to the world at home, online, and at school. There are terrorist groups and others who wish to see the USA in turmoil and civil war. They are our enemies.
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On-Line: Our enemies use online platforms to attack our country and our youth. Most of the news on social platforms is fake. AI is also a problem. I keep reminding everyone to watch Terminator again, so they see what a mistake AI is in a social setting. AI does have potential benefits in the word of medicine. Platforms include but not limited to X Chat GPT has already resulted in the suicide of a young man who confided in the AI platform how he felt vs talking to his parents or a counselor. Cyberbullying is another big problem on social media. There is so much evil out there and people that will encourage others to kill themselves. After the Charlie Kirk assassination, this evil was widely seen on social media.
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Texas has a program called the behavioral threat assessment program and each campus has a team. The purpose is to identify students who may be going through a mental crisis and to get them help before it escalates into suicide or a school shooting.
SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER (SAD)
Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a mental health condition characterized by intense and persistent fear of social situations where one may be scrutinized or judged by others. This fear can lead to significant avoidance of social events, as well as physical and psychological symptoms. Symptoms: • Intense fear and avoidance of social situations
• Physical symptoms such as blushing, sweating, trembling, rapid heartbeat, and nausea
• Cognitive symptoms such as negative self-talk, fear of making mistakes, and hypervigilance
• Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
• Low self-esteem and social isolation
• Fear of being humiliated or embarrassing oneself
Causes: The exact causes of SAD are complex and may involve a combination of factors, including: Genetics, Brain chemistry imbalances, Early childhood experiences, Learned behaviors, and Personality traits. Diagnosis: SAD is typically diagnosed by a mental health professional based on the following criteria:
• Persistent and excessive fear of social situations
• Fear that is out of proportion to the actual threat
• Significant distress or impairment in daily functioning
• Symptoms that are not better explained by another mental health condition
• Treatment: Effective treatments for SAD include:
• Psychotherapy: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most common and effective treatment, focusing on identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviors.
• Medication: Antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications can help manage symptoms.
• Lifestyle changes: Exercise, relaxation techniques, and social support can help improve overall well-being.
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RADICALIZATION
To become radicalized is to undergo a process of adopting extreme beliefs and ideologies that support violence, terrorism, or other actions that violate societal norms and human rights. This process often involves being recruited or influenced by extremist groups or individuals, frequently through online platforms, and can be driven by factors such as a need for social anxiety, identity and belonging, feelings of disenfranchisement, or personal distress Do not be radicalized by hate or what you see on social media. Social media is a cancer. Most of the content is not true and negative. China, Russia, our own people in the USA and terrorist have campaigns on social media and promote hate, evil and controversy in our country.
COMBATING MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS
There are ways to combat a mental crisis with our youth. Mental Toughness Community Supportive Relationships with Adults & Peers Extra-Curricular Activities Exercise Counseling
