With the increase in stress, depression, dementia, etc. in our society today how we work to improve mental health is important. We quickly look for prescription drugs and other similar methods to solve this problem, but there are often serious side effects from those methods. Are there natural and safe methods that can help? Yes, but you have to be willing to implement them.

We are a society of quick fixes, but sometimes things don't always resolve that easily. To get mental health help can be challenging and sometime frustrating for those suffering with issues like depression or dementia. Stress is another one that no matter how much we talk about it as a society, we still can't seem to get it under control.

People quickly turn to doctors and therapists to improve mental health. There is some value in this and counseling can be wonderful in helping people resolve buried issues, but there seems to be a tendency to rely on things like drugs to combat these issues. However, this usually only deals with symptoms and not root causes which is not the most beneficial thing. The side effects of drugs and other similar methods are also problematic. Sleep issues, nausea, sexual issues can all come as a result of using various prescription drugs making them almost as bad as what they are supposed to cure.

Even if therapy, drugs, etc. work the cost can be quite high. While there is a time and place for these things in dealing with mental illness, the issue is really their overuse when perhaps other more basic methods could help.

I'm amazed at the number of people who are willing to take the time and the expense of going to therapy to get mental health help for stress and depression, but who claim they don't have time and/or money to exercise. While that may be true regarding money if insurance is covering the therapy, that still doesn't account for the time.

Your mental health is as important as your physical health. Being physically fit makes no sense if you have problems with the way you think and feel. According to studies, the mental health of a person declines with age, thus the common case of Alzheimer's disease and dementia among older people. You can improve your mental health while you are younger simple by developing healthy habits.

Doing something worthwhile can help you overcome boredom and depression. In your free time, try to learn a new sport, discover a passion or even a hidden talent. There are lots of activities out there that can give you the opportunity to exercise your brain. Going out to see new places can also contribute a lot to your mental health, so don't hesitate to jump into an adventure once in a while.


By eating brain foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, you can boost up your brain's health so feed your brain to keep it sane. Help your brain release feel-good endorphins as well through regular light and moderate exercises.

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