Why You Should Not Delay Therapy: Prioritize Mental Health

Even today, mental health issues and seeking therapy are issues that raise eyebrows. The stigma surrounding mental health and therapy pushes individuals to delay seeking therapy for years. Even today, it takes a lot of courage for people to admit they have mental health issues due to the social stigma attached to it. Therefore, it is high time that you quit delaying seeking therapy, as your condition can deteriorate if not taken care of on time.

Everyone looks forward to adopting newer and healthier practices during the New Year. Learn from experienced mental health, fitness, and nutrition experts how to quit unhealthy habits and adopt a healthy lifestyle in the new year. In this blog, mental health expert Anushree Chatterji will explain why you should not delay seeking therapy.

What you need to know:

Understanding the importance of seeking therapy
How delaying therapy impacts mental health
Strategies to overcome procrastination in seeking therapy

Understanding the importance of seeking therapy

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Psychotherapy, counseling or therapy in general, is a way of coping with emotional difficulties and challenges with mental health that you experience on a day-to-day basis. It has the potential to improve the condition of your mental health even before you are prescribed medication. While medication tackles symptoms, therapy is a tool to develop skills that can improve your mental health in the long run.

How delaying therapy impacts mental health

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Although mental health issues have plagued society today, irrespective of geographical or other factors, a mere 40% of mental health patients seek therapy. The rest who remain untreated worsen as time progresses and end up experiencing severe effects due to their condition.

Their competence at work and school is affected, further increasing stress levels. Such people often experience troubled relationships with spouses and families, which can further increase their feelings of loneliness. Mental health issues have been associated with several other worsening conditions as they can affect our immune system and cause other lifestyle-related diseases.

Consider seeking help if you feel:

Apathy
Anxiety
Hopelessness
Excess fatigue
Overwhelmed
Agoraphobia
Irritability, rage, resentment or anger

Strategies to overcome procrastination in seeking therapy

Procrastination is a crucial factor behind delayed therapy, and it may be justified knowing people’s viewpoints on mental health and therapy even in 2024. It is responsible for worsening mental health problems, poor quality of sleep and a feeling of loneliness.

Here are some of the ways to stop delay in seeking therapy.

Setting realistic goals

You need to break your plans down and set small, realistic goals. Trying to achieve them all at once can make you feel overwhelmed, stuck or demotivated. Setting realistic goals and breaking them down into small tasks can help you achieve your goal productively and efficiently. Additionally, setting deadlines to accomplish these goals can keep you motivated throughout the process, which can be highly rewarding in the long run.

Seeking support from loved ones

Don’t avoid discussing how you feel with your loved ones, friends or family. Involving a partner in your path to improve your mental health can keep you committed to your goals, as your loved ones can act as a support system to see you through this journey.

Exploring different therapy options

Even with all the stigma surrounding mental health disorders, therapy has come a long way. Each individual needs a different approach to deal with their issue. Explore your options and find the therapy that best suits your needs and addresses your issues.

A healthy mind is vital to your well-being and success. Ignoring mental health issues can only worsen your condition. Address your problem and quit delaying seeking therapy.

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