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Researchers Find Mental Illness Affects Lifespan

By: Issuewire

Irvine, Jan 21, 2020 (Issuewire.com) - Extensive studies by psychiatrists from Oxford University have shown that mental illnesses are responsible for reducing life expectancy by up to 20 years. This denotes an equivalent or worsened lifespan reduction in comparison to heavy smoking.

This study has been revolutionary in providing statistical proof to government implemented healthcare services to prioritize the diagnosis, prevention, and cure of mental health which in some cases might lead to early deaths if proper medical assistance is not administered. Over the years, mental health disorders have taken the center stage of clinical services more than many other physiological issues like health problems among the general population. https://braincentertms.com/depression/ extensively discusses the study and its importance.

Reports and clinical studies have shown that in the UK, a surprising 1 out of 4 people might experience mental health-related issues in one year while in America; an estimated 17 million individuals are victims of depression very year. Also, in terms of smoking degree, 19% of women and 21% of men in the UK smoke cigarettes.

The various signs of major depression include lingering sadness that has a direct impact on the individual's thought cycles, mood, behavior that collectively affect physical health. Global studies also show that 15% of the world population is likely to go through at least one episode of depression in the course of their lives. Women are twice as more prone to depression attacks than men. And if depression is not cured or treated, the effects can lead to attempting suicide.

 Reasons for early death can be many including psychotic substance abuse, alcoholism, and mental health-related issues like autism, dementia, behavioral and anxiety disorders, smoking and more. The comparison between the effects of the above problems and persistent mental disorders has shown that mental health issues can lead to a faster death. Mental issues can have variant histories depending on the individual. At the same time, the importance of mental health care is put far below in the list of curative priorities. This stands as one of the most conspicuous problems associated with mental health as it is often classified as a social stigma. As a result, patients tend to hide their difficulties resulting in more deep-rooted depression, ultimately leading to suicide attempts. People with depression are always almost vulnerable and it is high time that the collective global healthcare system brings about changes regarding the most common yet overlooked issue among individuals that often turn life-threatening.

The various symptoms of depression include lack of interest, pleasure-less activities, disturbances in the sleep cycle, loss of appetite, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, suicidal thoughts, etc. Therapies and antidepressants are the most common curative measures of depression; however, in adverse cases, these measures do not work.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or TMS is a revolutionary technology that has been helping patients find relief often leading to a complete cure of some of the most prominent symptoms of depression. This technology has a proven high success rate without the implementation of invasive or sedative methods without any side effects.

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