Lifestyle choices fundamental to mental health stability, says neurosurgeon Ion Marina
Daily lifestyle choices—including nutrition, physical activity, social relationships, and sleep—directly shape emotional well-being and mental health resilience.
Medical professionals emphasize that mental health challenges transcend age, income, and ethnicity. Seeking professional help from psychologists or physicians is a sign of personal strength rather than weakness.
Dr. Ion Marina, a neurosurgeon at the Emergency Medicine Institute, highlighted during Radio Moldova’s "Zi de Zi" program that developed European nations prioritize psychologists as the first point of contact. This early dialogue can prevent symptoms from escalating into severe clinical conditions.
Societal factors and clinical triggers
Mental health is influenced by a complex interplay of social, financial, biological, and lifestyle factors. Excessive worry over daily stressors, anxiety, and depression are primary drivers that can disrupt an individual's functional life.
Dr. Marina warned that depression remains a critical issue, often leading to dire consequences. In emergency practice, untreated depression frequently results in severe physical injuries following suicide attempts, requiring prolonged intensive care and rehabilitation.
The path to emotional equilibrium
Early intervention remains the most effective solution. When an individual notices irregularities in their thoughts or behavior, immediate consultation can often resolve the issue through dialogue, potentially avoiding the need for medication.
Maintaining positive mental health starts with stress reduction and fostering a more tolerant attitude toward others. A balanced lifestyle is essential, including regular exercise, swimming, and limiting the consumption of alcohol, tobacco, and illicit substances.
Depression represents a profound alteration of both psychological and physiological states. Addressing it requires a conscious commitment to emotional balance and a more mindful behavior toward oneself and society.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
