When you think about being healthy, many individuals will only consider their physical health. For example, maintaining a well-balanced diet, a normal weight, and exercising regularly are all components of a healthy lifestyle. Mental health, however, is just as important as physical health.
Mental health refers to your overall psychological, social, and emotional wellbeing. These factors all contribute to how you feel, act, and think. Therefore, mental health greatly affects your ability to function in day-to-day life. Thus, it is essential to maintain good mental health and seek professional help if you are struggling.
Many people struggle with mental health, with greater than 50 percent of Americans experiencing mental illness during their lifetime1. The US Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey estimated that in 2021, 47 percent of individuals experienced anxiety symptoms and 29 percent of individuals experienced depression symptoms2.
Mental health can even affect your risk of chronic conditions. Depression, for example, can increase your risk of stroke, diabetes, and heart disease1. Additionally, untreated mental illness how you function daily. For example, it can affect your ability to:
Though mental health problems are very common, less than half of U.S. residents receive adequate treatment for their conditions2. However, several treatment options are available. Seeing a doctor for a mental health condition can help connect you to the services and treatments you need.
Our services allow you to receive and navigate treatment for your mental health struggles. Dr. Malik integrates a multifaceted approach to mental health, connecting you with non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic approaches to provide holistic mental health care.
