2023-10-09 17:00:10
Next October 10th will be celebrated the International Mental Health Day, which according to the WHO is defined as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” In Mexico it is already a public health problem and we are going to tell you why.
Mental health can affect many aspects of life
It is important to know, according to this definition, that mental health is important for people (regardless of age, sex or place where they live), because if you do not have it, can affect many aspects of life (such as work, personal relationships, etc.).
In Mexico, mental health is a complicated issue to deal with since people do not usually go to a psychologist because they think that going to therapy is being “crazy” and when they have an emotional problem they do not go to any professional, but instead talk to a friend. , family member or priest in order to solve their problems.
Suicide is the second cause of death among children
Failure to attend and take care of mental health can trigger fatal results. For example, in Mexico, suicide is the second cause of death in young people from 15 to 29 years of age. That is why it is essential to have information about what the signs or symptoms are when someone is suffering from a mental health problem.
Being empathetic and understanding with whoever is going through these problems will help the person feel accompanied and safer to attend therapy and continue your treatment. And if it is common to go to the doctor for a check-up to find out our state of health and prevent illnesses or follow up on some treatment, in the same way we must make it a habit to attend with a mental health professional, before being in crisis. . This will help with comprehensive development, well-being and quality of life.
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