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10 Common Warning Signs of a Mental Health Condition in Teens and Young Adults

Telling the difference between what expected behaviors are and what might be the signs of a mental illness isn't always easy. There's no easy test that can let someone know if there is mental illness or if actions and thoughts might be typical behaviors of a person or the result of a physical illness.

Each illness has its own set of symptoms but some common signs of a mental health condition can include the following.

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