A happy person is a result of not only a heathy body, but an equally heathy mind too.
Mental health, though often ignored, is one of the primary concerns of living in present times. According to reports given by WHO, depression is the leading cause of deaths in the last 5 years, surpassing the number cancer-striken patients too.
Increasing competitiveness in every field, the never ending race of trying to make the ends meet, and societal pressure to push and push limits farther have encapsuled young minds, and degraded their mental abilities. Depression, anxiety, stress and pressure are so widespread now, that they are brushed off as lightly as common cold. But, ignorance towards such important issues has spurted in their growth, enveloping not just teenagers, but the elderly and the toddlers too.
Solutions are already laid in front of us. Therapies and psychological treatments do wonders in bringing the lives of patients to heath again. Recognizing the problem, accepting it, seeking help, and putting efforts in overcoming it are the key steps of treatment and recovery of mental health and peace.
‘Prevention is better than cure’, though an old saying, still holds true in this sphere. Taking time out for personal hobbies that promote growth, meditation and other concentration exercises, relaxing, avoiding negetive energies and company, embracing positive thoughts, accepting of one’s own self are some of the many preventive measures we can inculcate in our daily lives without any special requirements.
Thus, in lieu of the world observing mental health awareness week, take out a few moments for yourselves, and promise yourself utmost care and regard for mental well-being.
Eduindex 