{"id":249,"date":"2018-09-19T08:16:54","date_gmt":"2018-09-19T08:16:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.medulance.com\/blog\/?p=249"},"modified":"2022-01-19T06:32:11","modified_gmt":"2022-01-19T06:32:11","slug":"mental-health-issues-prevalent-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medulance.com\/blog\/mental-health-issues-prevalent-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health Issues Prevalent in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

India is currently home to a population of over one billion citizens, a concerning number of whom suffer from Mental Health issues. A study conducted by the World Health Organization in 2015 shows that one in five Indians may suffer from mental health issues in their lifetime, equivalent to 200 million people. Due to the stigma associated with mental illness, a lack of awareness, and limited access to professional help, only 10-12% of those suffering from mental health issues will seek help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sometimes, it will seem obvious when someone is going through a hard time, but there is no simple way of knowing if they have mental health issues. Sometimes you don\u2019t need to know. It\u2019s more important to respond sensitively to someone who seems troubled than to find out whether or not they have a diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although certain symptoms are common with specific mental issues, no two people behave in the same way when they are unwell. If you know the person well, you may notice changes in their behaviour or mood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Signs of Depression<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

People who are depressed may:
\u25cf Have low confidence
\u25cf Lose interest in activities they normally enjoy
\u25cf Lose their appetite
\u25cf Get tired easily
\u25cf Be tearful, nervous or irritable.
\u25cf At worst they may feel suicidal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Signs of Anxiety<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

People experiencing anxiety may:
\u25cf Have difficulty concentrating
\u25cf Be irritable
\u25cf Try to avoid certain situations
\u25cf Appear pale and tense
\u25cf Be easily startled by everyday sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Panic Attacks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Panic attacks are usually a sign of anxiety. Someone having a panic attack experiences a sudden and intense sensation of fear. They may breathe rapidly, sweat, feel very hot or cold, feel sick or feel faint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

OCD is a common form of anxiety involving distressing repetitive thoughts. Compulsions are the actions which people feel they must repeat to feel less anxious or stop their obsessive thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here are some tips on how to help someone struggling with mental health issues:
\u25cf Listen without making judgments and concentrate on their needs at that moment.
\u25cf Ask them what would help them.
\u25cf Reassure and signpost to practical information or resources.
\u25cf Avoid confrontation.
\u25cf Ask if there is someone they would like you to contact.
\u25cf Encourage them to seek appropriate professional help.
\u25cf If they have hurt themselves, make sure they get the first aid they need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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