How much the corona epidemic has affected the mental health of people is not hidden from anyone. Even though the lockdown is no longer that way, mental stress still persists among people. If seen, since the Corona period people have started paying attention to their mental health. Mental health is less talked about than physical health, but it is equally important that mental health and this corona period have made people understand the importance of mental health very well. Regarding this, PGI Hospital's neurologist Dr. Rajkumar says that during this epidemic, people who were mentally healthy and strong not only managed to recover quickly from the disease, but also managed themselves in difficult situations. In contrast, there are many people who have suffered from mental stress and depression during this period. To keep yourself strong in any situation, you have to prioritize your mental health.
How much has Mental stress affected people during the corona epidemic?
Well, mental stress can be due to many reasons. Stress is the condition when due to an event or situation and physically and mentally disturbed, worried and always feeling sad / depressed, this condition is called mental stress. In such a situation your mind is not stable. The mood swings from moment to moment, sometimes fear and sometimes feelings of anger dominate you. If this state of stress persists for a long time, it increases the risk of many physical and mental illnesses. The number of patients suffering from depression and high blood pressure has increased significantly since the lockdown. Fear among the biggest people remains that when they do not fall prey to it. Apart from this, the lifestyle of the people has also been greatly affected.
Has there been any improvement in people's mental health since the lockdown so far?
They cannot say completely yet, but yes it is definitely that people are more aware of their mental health than before, that is, they have started paying attention. Due to which the mental health of people has been better in some cases than before. But in many cases its stressful results have also been seen, such as since the introduction of this from home, it has increased the mental stress for many people. Mental health has been greatly affected during the Wroke from Home, earlier people used to be free after a time, but now it is not possible. People used to go out on the pretext of work, but now their fites have also been affected.
How much of the lockdown caused by corona affected people's mental health?
Of course, lockdown has increased stress and depression, but at the same time taught the lesson that a person needs to focus on his mental health first. During the lockdown, there was a significant increase in mental illnesses. According to a survey by the Indian Psychiatry Society (IPS), cases of mental illnesses increased by 20 percent since the lockdown. That is, on average, every fifth Indian became mentally ill. Children were imprisoned in the four walls of the home, the family suffered financial crisis, many people lost their jobs. Of course it was a very difficult period for people, but even in this difficulty, those who remained mentally strong, were able to gradually get their lives back on track. The more attention you give to the fitness of your body, the more it is said that more attention needs to be given to mental health.
What kind of health problems can occur due to mental stress?
If a person is suffering from mental stress for a long time, then it can cause many physical and mental problems such as-
- Depression and anxiety
- Insomnia
- Autoimmune diseases
- Digestive problem
- Skin problems like eczema
- heart disease
- Weight problem
- Reproductive problem
- Problems with thinking and remembering
What are the symptoms of mental stress so that someone knows that they are suffering from mental stress?
Mental stress has many emotional and physical symptoms. Although it is difficult to understand in the beginning, but when the stress starts increasing, you may see many symptoms, in such a situation, do not ignore it and consult a doctor immediately.
- Memory problem
- Trouble concentrating
- Inappropriate judgment
- Just seeing the negative things
- Always worried
- Depression or always depressed
- Anxiety
- Mood swings, anger and irritability
- Loneliness
- body pain
- Increased heart rate
- Pain in chest
- Recurrent cold
- Eat more or less than normal
- Sleep too much or less
- Alcohol, cigarette or other drug addiction
- Stay nervous etc.
Why do I get stressed about some things?
How much stress you take under different circumstances depends on many factors-
How is your attitude towards the situation? It is not based on your past experiences, your confidence and way of thinking, but in a day. Like in any situation, you think positively or negatively.
How has your experience been in dealing with that situation.
How are you flexibly in an emotionally stressful environment?
There was so much pressure on you at that time.
How much support did you get from family and friends.
Every person is different, so he cannot face every situation in one way. The conditions which are very normal for one, can be stressful for the other. Just like you do not have any problem in giving speech in front of people and you can speak with confidence even among 100 people, but some people have stage fear. It is very difficult for him to give a speech in front of 10 people, and only those thinking about this situation get stressed.
Can any type of things be responsible for mental stress?
One reason is not responsible for stress, it can be due to many reasons. Many times this is due to an event that cannot be avoided.
- Personal reasons
- Injury
- Becoming pregnant
- Long standing health problem
- Organizing a complex event such as a group holiday
- Everyday chores like traveling or household chores
- Getting married or breakup with a partner
- Not having a good relationship with partner, sibling, friend or children
- Jobs and studies
- Job loss
- Stay unemployed for a long time
- Be a writer
- Exam or deadline
- difficult job
- Start a new job
- Housing problem
- Poor living conditions, lack of security
- No home to live
- Problem with neighbors
- Economic
- Cash strait
- Loan
- Poverty
One or more of these causes may be responsible for stress.
Can happy moments also be responsible for mental stress?
This usually does not happen, but some people who are unable to prepare themselves mentally for change or new responsibilities, suddenly get stressed when something new happens in life. Such as getting married or having a child is a pleasure, but many people fall prey to stress in these situations too. Women become postpartum depression after pregnancy.
What should I do to prioritize my mental health over the new year?
Every time you make a new resolution on the occasion of the new year, this time make mental health resolution. For this, you have to make some changes not only in your lifestyle, but also in behavior.
These changes are also needed in future
Self-acceptance is necessary - that is, accept it as you are. Sometimes, in trying to be like others, a human being becomes a victim of stress. Learn to love yourself and value yourself. If you took the resolution to improve your look and fitness last year, then this time, learn to accept and love yourself.
Physical activity is necessary - both mental and physical health are interconnected and incomplete without each other. Therefore, at least half an hour workout or walk daily is very important. If you do not want to exercise, then play a game of your favorite, join a fitness class. This will keep both body and mind healthy.
Learn to be happy in what you have got - Research says that a person who expresses gratitude, that is, is happy in what he has got, then such a person can easily face challenges. And by always being happy and satisfied, mental health is also good. Such people are optimistic and always focus on positive things. Therefore, you also learn to show gratitude.
Take care of yourself- Remember that taking care of yourself is not selfish, but self care is very important to keep mental health right. Do whatever work you like or that gives you comfort such as taking a hot bath, watching a movie, spending time with family and friends, reading a book, painting or listening to music.
Healthy food - What you eat does not only affect your physical, bulk mental health. While there is no harm in eating a little chocolate when you are feeling low, it is very important to keep in mind that you take a healthy and balanced diet for the rest of the time. So this time, make a rule to eat healthy on the new year.
Distance from social media is important - Social media is a good way to connect with your loved ones, but if you start spending more time on it, then your mental stress becomes the reason. The desire to see recurring notifications and likes can make you mentally ill. So it is better to promise yourself on the new year that you will stay away from social media, not completely correct, but will see it for a very short time.
Keeping these things in mind, you can keep yourself mentally fit in the coming year. Apart from this, keep your lifestyle always good to keep fit mentally and body.
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