Have you ever wonder  to this question that how our mental health and physical health are interconnect?

Due to mental health problem we get risk of developing physical health problem, and vice versa.

it is found that one out of every three people  with long-term physical health problem also has a mental health problems, such as depression or anxiety etc.

HOW MENTAL HEALTH AFFECT OUT BODY?

The answer to this question is found in research which shows that people with a mental health problem are likely to have lot preventable physcial health condition such as heart disease.

Reasons behind this are:

• GENETICS,
• LOW MOTIVATION
• DIFFICULTY WITH CONCENTRATION AND PLANNING,
• LACK OF SUPPORT TO CHANGE UNHEALTHY BEHAVIOUR
• BEING LESS LIKELY TO RECIEVE MEDICAL HELP

Our bodies and mind  are not separate, so its not surprising that our mental health and physical health can affect each other.

we can fell fatique, digestive problem, headache due to depression. we can also experience symptoms like insomnia, restlessness and difficulty concentration.

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HEAL YOURSELF?
 there are many ways with which you can keep yourself physically well.

1. EXERCISE : doing physical activity daily is a great way to keep you physically fit and healthy . it has been found in research that doing exercise releases feel-good  chemicals called endorphins in the brain.
2. EAT WELL : with proper and tasty diet, you can improve your wellbeing and your mood. the food we eat affects the development  and prevention of lot many mental health conditions including depression.
3. STOP SMOKING : smoking can affect both mental and physical health. many people has this belief that smoking relieves their symptoms, but this isn't true . it's nevertoo  late to quit.

Mental illness is also called metal health disorders  - these disorders can lead to mental illness includes depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors.

these kind of mental illness can make you miserable and can cause problems in your day to day life, such as in your relationship, in work, in school. In most of these cases these symptoms can be cured with talk therapy (psychotherapy) and combinations of medications.

Some signs and symptoms of mental illness can vary on circumstances and other factors. It affect emotions, thoughts and behaviors.

examples are : 

• Reduced ability to concentrate  and confused thinking.
• withdrawal from friends and activities
• inability to cope with daily problems or stress.
• problems with alcohol or drug use.
• suicidal thinking
• excessive anger, hostility or violence
• extreme mood changes of highs and lows
• major changes in eating  habits…..
• and, many more.

it's always advisable to see your primary care provider or mental health professional. most metal illnesses if not untreated , may get worse over time and cause serious problems.