Written by: Hoda Abdel Nasser:
A state of sadness and sorrow prevails in the Arab world, as a result of the bombing to which Palestinian citizens living in the Gaza Strip are subjected by the Israeli occupation.
In order to alleviate the stress caused by anxiety and tension over what is happening to the people of Palestine, it is recommended to follow some guidelines, which “The Consulto” will review in the following lines, according to the “WebMD” and “Very wellmind” websites.
Ways to overcome psychological stress
1- Reducing the time of watching and following the news
With everyone owning a mobile phone, it has become easy to follow the news closely all the time, so it is recommended to reduce the time following it as much as possible, to relieve the feeling of nervous stress.
2- Eat healthy foods
Good nutrition has positive effects on mental health, so attention should be paid to eating healthy foods that improve the mood. To see the most prominent ones, click here.
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3- Doing sports
Exercising plays a major role in improving mental health, because it stimulates the brain to secrete hormones that help fight mood swings, serotonin, and reduce levels of the stress hormone “cortisol.”
4- Avoid social media
Be careful to avoid browsing social media sites as much as possible, because social media is often full of rumors, which raise fear, sadness, anxiety, and tension when you follow them.
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5- Practice meditation exercises
Psychological stress can be overcome by practicing meditation and relaxation exercises, such as yoga and deep breathing, because they contribute to calming the nerves and relieving stress and anxiety.
6- Good sleep
It is necessary to get enough sleep and rest on a daily basis, because staying up late at night increases the level of the hormone cortisol, which leads to feelings of anxiety, tension, and insomnia.
7- Request psychological support
If the previous instructions do not work, and you find that stress is negatively affecting your daily life, you should seek help from a mental health specialist, who will prescribe you the appropriate treatment, whether behavioral, medication, or both, especially if you suffer from:
– Inability to eat.
– Constant crying.
– Extreme stress.
– Difficulty avoiding the news.
– Loss of the ability to practice daily activities, especially work and study.
– Tendency to isolation.
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2023-10-18 14:33:11
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