EFFECTS OF PROTESTS ON MENTAL HEALTH
According to recent research at the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, ‘the mental outcomes following collective actions, which includes but not limited to protests, can be comparable to natural disasters, terrorist attacks or armed conflicts.’
I’m not really surprised and it doesn’t help that most Nigerians neglect their mental health. In Nigeria, the adverse effects of protests on mental health has been measured to be at 41%. This includes community spillover effects (where those who weren’t involved in protests display some of these effects).
Here are some of these effects;
>> Anxiety Symptoms.
>> Anxiety Disorder.
>> Behavioral Issues.
>> Depression.
>> Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
>> Psychiatric Admission.
>> Psychological Distress.
>> Psychiatric Prescriptions.
>> Substance Abuse.
>> Suicide.
Some people may try to cope through; alcohol consumption, marijuana use, social withdrawal, or even bullying.
World Health Organization (WHO) constitution states that: ‘health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being without distinction of race, religion, political belief, economic or social condition.’
So while our government might not help us maintain our mental health, by meeting the demands of the #nigerianyouths and avoiding future protests, I am calling your attention to your mental health.
Know these things!
Look out for these symptoms!
Talk to someone if you think you’re struggling with something!
~ Khaylin Ugokwe
You can call 08165881193 to schedule a free session. Utmost discretion is guaranteed.
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