World Mental Health Day celebrates psychological wellbeing, self-care

World Mental Health Day celebrates psychological wellbeing, self-care

KUWAIT: Much like visiting the doctor to treat physical ailments, psychotherapy provides individuals with ways to preserve their mental health and handle the pressures of life, making them more productive and functional in society. As the globe celebrates World Mental Health Day on October 10th, it is very important to spread awareness and highlight mental health for the betterment of people. Speaking on the issue with KUNA, a number of medical experts highlighted the importance of seeking help for psychological illnesses.

Having stable upbringings and inner peace are keys to becoming vital members of society, said Dr Khlood Al-Ali, head of Kuwait’s Center for Mental Health. This year’s celebration of World Mental Health Day is held under the theme “mental health is a universal human right”, revealed the medical expert, adding that mental disorders must be addressed to find the root causes of various problems facing individuals, which is a right for every human being. Whether the psychological aliments were caused by social, economic, political, or environmental reasons, people need to be able to find solutions for their traumas, she added.

Dr Al-Ali said that treatment was essential, but there should be more programs provided to individuals or groups to enhance mental