
Emotions are the brain's electrical signals
Approximately 4.4 million children have diagnosed with anxiety*. Amygdala Co believes there are many more people undiagnosed.
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*Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)
Depression can happen to anyone, including preschoolers.
Some types of depression in our society:
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-Major Depressive Disorder
-Persistent Depressive Disorder
-Bipolar Disorder
-Seasonal Depression
-Postpartum Depression
-Psychotic Depression
-Childhood Depression

1 and 5 adults have a mental health condition.
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NAMI= National Alliance on Mental Health, Illinois
Youth mental health is getting worse.
NAMI-IL
Ideas to decrease externalizing behaviors (i.e. depression):
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Exercise
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Go outside
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Be around friends and family
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Listen and communicate with others
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Show love, care, and support for others
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Engage in favorite activity (i.e. painting, dancing)
Happiness is self-perpetuating.
Helping to develop empathy and compassion