Taking care of your emotional health
Women are more likely to diagnosed for depression and anxiety as compared to men.
As per the mayo clinic, the following are the reasons:
1. Hormonal changes, that happen during puberty, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause.
2. Life circumstances and culture
- Inequality & social pressures
- Workload due to the responsibility at home as well as outside
- Sexual or physical abuse
3. There are also other associated conditions like anxiety, eating disorders, and drugs/alcohol misuse.
Tackling the problem:
1. Don't ignore the elephant in the room- first and the most important step is to accept that there is a problem.
2. Identify the problem
3. Make time to relax and reduce stress. Meditation and yoga can be extremely helpful.
4. Seek help from a friend or family member.
5. Take professional help when the above does not work.
So, the mantra is Recognize - Act- Seek help
Prepared by Aditi Maheshwari
4.12.2022
Updated: 6.12.2022
References:
1. https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/mental/tips-for-blues
2. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/depression/art-20047725
3. https://www.helpguide.org/articles/depression/depression-in-women.htm
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