“Mental health issues are as normal as physical health issues. At some point in our life all of us face problems related to mental health. Be kind to yourself & be kind to the world.” – Suchandra Chatterjee (Calcutta Rescue social worker and counsellor, MA in Clinical Psychology Calcutta University, Diploma in Psychiatric Counselling from Indian Psychoanalytical Society)
According to a report published on Deccan Herald on April, West Bengal Government helpline received 92,000 calls on abuse & violence in just 11 days. The pandemic may have increased the opportunities for people who are already abusing to control & coerce women & children in their homes to a greater degree- micromanaging who they talk to, when they eat, when they sleep, when they go out and this is all made harder & more frightening in the context of the pandemic.
8 Tips To Control Your Mental Health Given By Suchandra
- Focus on what is under your control rather than what you cannot control
- Adopt a regular new routine at home or at work.
- Try to maintain good health- work out or yoga whatever fits you.
- Do things that you enjoy - find a hobby.
- Limit exposure to news & social media- absolutely no need to overload on stressful news.
- Stay connected with people- these days most of us have an internet connection. Talk to your friends and ask how they are doing.
- Practice empathy & compassion, find ways to contribute & assist those who need the most support in this crisis.
- those who need the most support in this crisis. Seek help, reach out if needed.
Inspired by our work? Then Join Us!
Help us so that we can help more people!