Experts believe there is a direct link between mental and physical health.
Various mental states can manifest physically and such events can affect daily life.
According to the World Health Organization, mental health is a state of complete physical, psychological and social well-being and not a disease or infirmity. The World Health Organization emphasizes that mental health is extremely important for our well-being.
The importance of mental health to living a successful life cannot be understated – it affects almost every aspect of our day-to-day well-being and can lead to various medical conditions if not properly treated.
According to the World Health Organization, depression and anxiety are the most common mental health conditions.
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are among the most common mental health problems.
These conditions can cause severe or moderate physical illness – depression can cause symptoms such as headaches, digestive problems and fatigue. Anxiety can lead to an upset stomach, sleeplessness and restlessness.
Chronic and untreated mental health conditions can severely interfere with daily functioning and prevent you from leading a balanced life. Suicidal thoughts may occur as well as self-harm.
With the Covid pandemic, mental health has become an issue many people have to face. Various mental states could be seen based on situations such as the country’s shutdown due to Covid-19. In such a background, mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression were also common.
Successfully alleviating various mental problems should be considered an important responsibility of the community.
Mental health, like physical conditions, can be harmful and must be well managed to minimize the impact on overall health and well-being.
Children’s mental health should also be taken care of. Also, stress and academic pressure are also affecting young people with mental health problems. To reduce these conditions, it is important to allow children to enjoy hobbies and play outdoors to connect with nature.
Engaging in meaningful family conversations can be considered a very important step in building children’s self-confidence as well as ensuring a loving space where they can understand their weaknesses and express love.
There are many steps we can take to manage mental health conditions while managing our physical well-being.
Below are some of them.
- Exercise
Engaging in exercise as a regular routine helps boost both mental and physical health.
- Building social relationships with others
Establishing relationships based on cooperation and engaging in shared conversations can help improve mental well-being.
- Getting enough sleep
Going to bed at a regular time and getting 8 uninterrupted hours of sleep contributes to mental well-being and relaxation.
- Engage in a hobby
Picking up a hobby adds something meaningful to everyday life and is more likely to foster a happy mood.
- Connecting with Nature
Taking nature-appreciating trips and experiencing nature’s beauty often relieves anxiety and reinforces positive mental health.
Recognizing mental health as a priority area, paying enough attention to it and understanding it well can be seen as an essential step in managing mental health as a community.