Prioritising Mental Health Through Healthy Lifestyle Measures And Homeopathy
According to a recent survey conducted by Jindal Naturecure Institute, over one-third of women have mental health problems and other lifestyle diseases. Fluctuations in female hormones significantly impact women’s mental health. There are five life areas where women may be prone to anxiety and mental health problems, with hormonal levels of estrogen and progesterone fluctuating significantly, affecting mood, sleep, and overall well-being.
According to Sanyukta Kanwal, a healthcare research expert, women have the biggest percentage of psychological conditions in India, accounting for 39 per cent and 30 per cent for stress and anxiety illnesses, respectively. During the same time period, 33 per cent of males developed depression compared to 31 per cent of women.
Depression affects more than 200 million people which can lead to suicide. Menopause is a significant turning point. Depression, insomnia, irritability, mood swings and lack of concentration are the few menopause symptoms.
As the world moves towards an equal society, women have been breaking glass ceilings and achieving success through hard work. While mental health issues can affect anyone, women are more likely to develop severe mental health disorders such as stress, anxiety and depression than men.
Depression symptoms affect every middle-aged woman. Around 20 per cent of women see signs of depression at some point during menopause.
Depression and anxiety disorders
Every sixth individual in India is affected by mental disease. On a global scale, the epidemiology of mental disorders, notably depression, has been extensively researched. It is now recognised as the major cause of disease burden and morbidity worldwide, with untreated cases resulting in suicide. Bullying victimisation, intimate partner violence, and lead exposure as environmental risk factors that can lead to unexplained developmental intellectual disability are all risk factors for developing depression and anxiety disorders.
Additionally, unmanaged anxiety and depression have been shown to have a harmful impact on a person's mental and physical wellbeing. According to a recent survey, 74 per cent of Indians are nervous, and 88 per cent have some type of mental disease.
Many lifestyle changes may affect an individual such as moving to a new location, starting a new career, or experiencing a substantial shift in habit can all cause feelings of anxiety. A divorce or the termination of a long-term relationship will bring severe mental suffering and anxiety. Likewise, financial problems such as job loss, debt, or unanticipated expenses, can also generate major anxiety and stress.
The pandemic triggered mental health
The consequences of being under quarantine as a result of the covid-19 pandemic lockdown in India were not just stressful but also had a significant psychological impact on people everywhere. Indians learned to adjust to the new normal, which influenced all facets of the Indian lifestyle, including physical activity stages, sleep cycles, nutrition, and interactions with others. Long stretches of high stress induced by imposed solitude, financial difficulties, layoffs, and unhealthy habits were the predecessors of anxiety and depressive disorders in an attempt to cope with this paradigm shift.
According to a recent survey, nearly 90 per cent of Indians believe dispersed information cause the greatest amount of anxiety and depression among working professionals. Workplace mental health awareness is the portal for addressing mental health conditions followed by timely interventions. Workplace stress is said to be the next growing epidemic, and if ignored, could have serious repercussions for India's economy.
Treating mental health complications with the goodness of Homeopathy
Homeopathy can treat various mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Homeopathy provides a holistic approach to treating patients as an alternative medical system, as its remedies are individually tailored considering the patient’s physical, mental and emotional symptoms. These medications are non-invasive that help individuals restore balance and harmony to the body and mind.
For performance anxiety Lyco 30, 5 pills twice a day can be given and Kali phos 6x, 2 tablets twice a day can be given as a natural relaxant.
Arsenicum album is a natural medicine used to treat excessive anxiety, particularly in persons who are health-obsessed and want excellence in everything.
The National Centre for Biotechnology recounts the case of a 19-year-old lady with a history of TRD who had been treated for depression since she was five years old. Her symptoms were not responsive to fluoxetine, escitalopram, atomoxetine, or psychotherapy. Individualised homeopathic treatment was initiated with Staphisagria, Nux vomica, Arsenicum album, and Lachesis trigonocephalus. Posology was done using 200CH dynamisations. Four months of treatment were prescribed. This resulted in an immediate improvement in mood and a persistent and steady reduction in depression symptoms, as well as a reduction and eventually cessation of antidepressant and psychotherapy medication.
At follow-up eight months later, the patient is free of depression and medication. This case study reconfirms the usefulness of homeopathy in the treatment of depression. It also suggests that individualized homeopathic treatment may be useful in cases of treatment-resistant depression.
Mental wellbeing can vary depending on a variety of conditions, and it can be improved by taking even the simplest measures by family members, spouses, children, and relatives. Prioritizing mental health to maintain balance and peace of mind is critical when fulfilling all roles to their maximum capacity. Self-care activities and social contacts are necessary, as are adequate rest and a nutritious diet. Because it is safe, mild, and effective, homeopathy is an excellent tool for supporting mental health.
