New Delhi: today as India celebrates his 75th Independence Day, the tricolor is hoisted and the people of the country celebrate the day with pride and joy. In the last 75 years, India has reached great heights of excellence in different fields, from technology to sports, health and various others. The country manufactures vaccines that are distributed throughout the world to contain diseases and infections and the country’s citizens can access world-class healthcare facilities in the country’s metropolitan cities. The country has also come a long way in the conversation around mental health.
Mental health has long been ignored due to the social stigma attached to People didn’t talk about mental health because they thought that mental health and illnesses make a person dangerous or different and have various other negative qualities. However, what one does not know is that the mind is also part of the body and sometimes it can also get sick like other parts of the body.
Therefore, it is only right that it be given the same importance. If you are not mentally healthy, it will affect every other aspect of your life, be it professional or personal. The conversation about mental health is not a taboo and it’s time for people to realize and start taking it as seriously as any other health problem. Today, as citizens celebrate the 75th anniversary of India Independence, there is a need for them to commit to removing the social stigma surrounding mental health. Take a look at some of the ways to reduce mental health stigma.
- Make mental health part of your conversation. Ask people how they feel. Make it part of your regular conversations with your friends, family, and among your social circles as well.
- Talk to people with mental health problems carefully. Don’t make them feel that they are different or that they should be treated differently. Just don’t be rude to them and talk to them gently.
- Inform people about mental health. The more and more people become aware of mental illnesses, the easier it will be to get rid of the stigmas and taboos associated with them.
Disclaimer: The tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or dietitian before beginning any fitness program or making changes to your diet.
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