How to treat mental health issues?

Mental health issues aren’t something you should take lightly. It’s a complex subject and requires genuine care, attention, and understanding. Unfortunately, not everyone possesses these skills, making it harder for those struggling with mental health issues.

If you or someone you know is dealing with mental health problems such as anxiety disorders or depression, there are ways to manage them effectively without resorting to buying 20 cats and joining the circus like our editor-in-chief did (kidding)!

Here are some tips on how one can treat mental health issues:

Speak up!

The first step in managing your mental health is to acknowledge that there’s a problem. Don’t shy away from talking about it – after all, we’ve got ears (and sometimes mouths) for a reason. Identify your feelings instead of bottling them inside of yourself.

Your social circle is meant to be supportive! Talk often; they might understand what you’re going through more than anyone else could (not always true though).

Relying solely on therapy sessions may also prove detrimental in the long run; try speaking out regularly outside scheduled appointments.

Know thyself

As cliche as “know thyself” sounds (isn’t an uncommon term); self-examination plays an essential role here because acknowledging your personal triggers help prevent spiraling into panic mode when confronted with stressors.

Spend time analyzing patterns surrounding what sets off your anxieties/anxiety levels (writing everything down helps too).

Once identified, make changes whenever possible to avoid situations that may cause discomfort or push us over our limits mentally & emotionally.

Triggers How I feel Preventive Measures
Crowd Claustrophobic Avoid crowded places
Loud Noises Anxious Wear earbuds
Vague deadlines Stressed Plan ahead

Don’t Cope Alone

While it’s okay to have alone time, recovery requires more than that. Having a support group makes all the difference in the world (ask any psychiatrist- who knows though).

Share what you’re feeling with people who can relate and offer advice. Be open about struggling, celebrate successes, so no single triumph goes unseen.

Join networking platforms dealing with mental health issues such as “Anxiety Demystified” on Facebook or “Mad Men: Discussions About Mental Health” on LinkedIn – whichever works best!

Positive thinking for the win

Positive affirmations not only bring joy but also help direct our minds down better paths. Train your mind towards positivity by reframing thoughts of self-doubt or harmful thought patterns.

Write down three things every day that make you happy, motivate yourself through past positive experiences & reflect upon goals accomplished and present life situations instead of drowning in self-pity.

Don’t forget gratitude too; practicing recognition for things (even simple things) we many times take for granted like having friends over-free Wi-Fi helps cultivate contentment within us mentally leading to larger social benefits.

Affirmation Daily Actions
“I am unstoppable!” Wake up early/start exercise routine
“Today will be great!” Eat healthy meals
“I’m happy being me.” Catching some sleep before one’s bedtime

## Stop it! Nobody needs those pick-me-ups!

Drugs/lifting weights etc., addictions not falling under medical prescriptions are termed maladaptive activities because they hurt more than they heal unless prescribed medically by a doctor – please stay drug free folks!

Short-term coping mechanisms may end up doing more harm than good especially when used without moderation (its called deviance for a reason).

If you are in a situation where you feel like substance abuse may become an issue, reach out to those around you or professionals (who knows the damage that can be done)!

Good ol’ therapy

Psychotherapy is among the best ways to manage mental health effectively with lasting results. Therapy helps uncover faulty thought processes that trigger undesired responses and also teach coping techniques.

Depending on our situations, one might see any of these specialists:

  • Cognitive-behavioral therapist
  • Play therapist
  • Family/couples/marriage therapist

Therapy doesn’t end once treatment ends: it’s okay to reach back out/continue therapies when necessary for current life events affecting your state!

Therapy isn’t everyone’s cup of tea though so find what works as long as it’s by their doctor’s orders.

Eat better-feel better

What we eat determines how we function. Eating habits underlie gut bacteria which influences mood & emotions profoundly; if stomachs aren’t happy then neither are heads! Some meals proven useful include –

Meal Effects On Mental Health
“Green Leaf Salad” Mental Alertness Improves
“Grilled Fish” Fights Depression
“Watermelon Slushie” Reduces Anxiety

Eating correctly passes valuable nutrition via blood transport systems ensuring brains have enough dopamine (a chemical messengers through but not limited to reward behavior) – consider packing some brain foods into diets today!

It’s important not only because swallowing food on time keeps us alive (obviously) but sticking to healthy routines will edge outlooks towards the positive side naturally leading towards becoming mentally fitter over time especially alongside other measures mentioned earlier

Keep Moving

Research suggests that exercise theoretically impacts our bodies psychologically helping reduce stress hormones flowing throughout our minds/body systems revving up energy levels.

Not to mention, it makes bones/muscles healthy – win-win!

Take up a hobby like dancing or yoga (seriously have you checked out the flexibility of some people online?). Even if working in an office environment for eight hours straight, taking mini breaks to stretch leg muscles will aid greatly.

Mindful Meditation

Meditation is associated with multiple mental benefits too! It helps us become self-aware and reduces stress & anxiety levels.

Through mindfulness practice, we enhance attention-cognitive control which goes on to affect our life positively. So consider doing breathing exercises every morning for about 5-10 min before addressing the world today – who knows what will happen?

Although there’re no guarantees in life; this much sure – practicing mindful meditative techniques daily over extended periods contributes positively towards regulating emotional habits from heartaches caused not only by external factors but also internal anxiety issues!

Conclusion

To round things off: always prioritize your health above anything else whether mental or physical (by all means necessary). Depression is skilled at convincing sufferers that things won’t ever get better. Still, everyday progress takes gradual steps insert cheesy motivational quote here.

Don’t be scared of needing extra help since everyone handles different journeys uniquely so keep exploring what works while exercising consistency when found something good lest face relapse tracks!

And most importantly… try finding humor where possible because laughter emits endorphins (naturally produced pain relief) creating happy hormones inside our heads leading ultimately toward holistically better social experiences!

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