Women have been encouraged to let go of bad feelings and experiences in order to cope with depression, which is impacting their mental health, relationships, and overall well-being.
Busola Lanre-Oke, the founder of The Excellent and Dignified Woman (TED-Woman), an interdenominational meeting of women, offered the guidance at a women’s forum in Abuja. The forum focused on depression management and aimed to promote awareness and provide support for women dealing with mental health difficulties.
Ms Lanre-Oke stressed the importance of releasing emotional baggage, noting worry, betrayal, and unfulfilled expectations as frequent causes of melancholy. She advised women to focus on what they could manage, be active, and seek help if needed.
Ms Lanre-Oke stated, “You should get something done. According to an adage, ‘An idle mind is the devil’s workshop. Get to work. Personally, I disagree with the concept of a full-time housewife. “Do something. Sell something. Even if your husband pays you a monthly paycheck, you can keep yourself occupied by learning new skills or selling recharge cards.
“Idleness makes you more likely to become depressed. It is also critical to let go of bad feelings and experiences while remaining active in order to overcome stress and sadness.” Samuel Abah, a medical specialist, gave helpful advice on how to manage depression at different phases of life.
Mr Abah stated that depression may afflict anyone, regardless of age, and emphasized the importance of prevention and early intervention. He observed that women are more prone to depression than men, particularly following menopause. “Depression is more prevalent in women than in men. Both young female children and younger women have been subject to depression.
“Learn to overlook stuff. Learn to rest, and give yourself rest. If you can achieve these things, you will not experience depression. “Care for your health. Menopause is a major factor that contributes to depression, but my focus today is on prevention rather than treatment,” Mr. Abah noted. (NAN)
