Mental Health

Mental illness is rapidly spreading across the world. So it is highly important for everyone to comprehend the underlying factors causing mental illness. However, mental health is one of the most neglected fundamental need in human society despite it being an essential element of the human body. First of all, mental illness is normally stigmatized due to the simple assumption that human beings suffering from mental illness are not upright people (Abuse, 2013). Whereas a person suffering from an observable sickness is separated from the disease, mental illness is never separated from its patient and the individual's identity gradually becomes synonymous with mental illness. Since mental illness affects the mind, it is inseparable from actions, thoughts, and even the personality of the victim.

 Most of the time, mental health is assumed to be a secondary need. For instance, if one is depressed, it may not be considered an urgent matter as compared to a person suffering from a visible illness. Thus, the wrong assumption created around mental health has fostered an air of falsehood which in turn impedes sincere progress in the mental health sector (Petersen et al., 2011). Subsequently, mental health tussles to attract donations due to promotional issues and inability to gain traction especially among medics and other shareholders (Davydov et al., 2010). In the end, it is difficult for a depressed person to gain access to quality medication and counseling. This partly explains the high suicide rates which occur among men and women all over the world.

 Presently, the growing world populace, diversifies every single person's personality, identity, hobbies, and even physical attributes (Reinke et al., 2011). The unique human characteristics complicate mental health matters further as each person will have his or her unique mental issues. Mental health is not uniform across the board as tolerance levels toward life issues vary from one person to another. According to scientists the higher the tolerance levels the greater the ability to contain. sOn the other hand an increased population sometimes reduces tolerance levels or may sometimes expose people to sensitive aspects of mental illness. Undeniably, mental health is highly important because it directs personal thought patterns, emotions, and sometimes the manner in which people conduct themselves. The fact most people ignore their mental health has unveiled numerous negative consequences (Zeanah, 2018). The importance of safeguarding mental health is something that has come to the public limelight recently. However, it has not received the much attention it needs. Consequently, this made mental health issues fall behind in terms of measures and intervention needed to preserve or sustain the mental health of people from all walks of life.

  One primary factor impeding people from seeking therapy is finance. Most people consider therapy an expensive activity. Nevertheless, even if therapy is expensive, there are cheaper alternatives. If someone has medical insurance, he or she can search for mental health benefits by consulting the insurance company offering the services (Abuse, 2013). An insurance company not only connects one to a professional therapist but also explains details that are covered under their medical insurance policies hence giving a person the ability to judge and then evaluate the situation and if seeing a therapist is an option worth going for. At the end of the day, prioritizing mental health should be considered one of the primary issues within a health system.

 Another factor that derails mental health is lack of time. Most people are busy and cannot seem to find time to cater to their mental health needs. Overwhelming obligation take most of the time and hinder people from seeking mental health advice (Davydov et al., 2010). For example, careers, family, and college. Therapy is a form of commitment which most people are not willing to make or even consider for long term purposes. If one can find a therapist who lives within the same residential area, then it would be considered prudent for one to take his or her time off and make time for the therapist. Making an appointment with a therapist may be the first step to stable mental health.

 Sometimes people forget that anxiety, depression, and other mental illness are remediable. The remedial process begins when one admits that he or she is suffering from a mental illness. Some individuals may experience significant relief and improvement once they have sought the services of a certified specialist (Davydov et al., 2010). Even though a treatment outcome may vary, the majority of individuals may start showing symptoms of recovery after a few months into the treatment. Self- drive and personal initiative from time to time may influence the recovery journey to stabilized mental health.

 In summary, the stigmatization of mental health among humans has impeded accessibility to mental health treatment. Mental health influences thoughts, actions, and attitude towards people. Mental health balances emotion and actions while ensuring that people get a chance to live out their lives without depression or extreme emotions running their lives. Thus, someone's mental health status defines how he or she handles stress, makes vital life choices all through his life, and eventually affects a person’s entire life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

References

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Davydov, D. M., Stewart, R., Ritchie, K., & Chaudieu, I. (2010). Resilience and mental health. Clinical psychology review, 30(5), 479-495.

Petersen, I., Lund, C., & Stein, D. J. (2011). Optimizing mental health services in low-income and middle-income countries. Current opinion in psychiatry, 24(4), 318-323.

Reinke, W. M., Stormont, M., Herman, K. C., Puri, R., & Goel, N. (2011). Supporting children's mental health in schools: Teacher perceptions of needs, roles, and barriers. School Psychology Quarterly, 26(1), 1.

Zeanah, C. H. (Ed.). (2018). Handbook of infant mental health. Guilford Publications.