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Published on 2024-02-29 02:45:00
Professor Lalatiana Andriamanarivo advises to laugh for at least 30 minutes a day for better mental health. Mental illness comes in different forms. The risk is very high for many people to suffer from it by 2030. Disturbing. Mental health is starting to affect more and more Malagasy people. According to a recent survey conducted by the Madagascan Rotary association in the capital, the numbers are worrying; about half of the residents have a mental illness. Professor Lalatiana Andriamanarivo also emphasizes the seriousness of the situation due to unfavorable living conditions and adopted lifestyles. Therefore, this former minister and health expert notes that many people still remain vulnerable to this disease. “Mental illness is due to a bad lifestyle. If this does not change, this illness could continue to affect a large number of people,” explains Professor Lalatiana Andriamanarivo, yesterday, during an interview. An event aimed at promoting a serene lifestyle was able to attract several people last week.
Furthermore, mental health is not just about mental disorders, according to the understanding of many individuals. “It encompasses any mental state that allows us to cope with the stressors of life, realize our potential, learn and work effectively, and contribute to community life,” explains the professor. Mental disorders include stress, depression, and various dependencies. These conditions affect the individual both mentally and in their progress in life. They can affect individuals of all ages, from young children as young as two years old to the elderly.
Determinants of the disease
There are several determinants of mental health, which vary among individuals. However, this disease is due to various factors. “Laughter is essential. Everyone should laugh for at least 30 minutes a day to promote their well-being. After a conference I led last week, I noticed that many people do not know how to laugh, even though it is one of the methods of preventing and healing diseases,” he adds. This professor therefore advises to laugh for at least 30 minutes a day to help the body cope with various challenges.
Therefore, it is crucial to personally change one’s lifestyle. This can be done individually, as a group, or as a team, and it must be integrated into our daily lives. Medications and treatments for mental disorders are not accessible to everyone due to their high cost and lack of knowledge about these disorders. Malagasy people seem to be less concerned about these illnesses, even though the number of affected individuals could increase significantly in the years to come. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates that the number of people suffering from mental disorders could increase by 50 to 60% by 2030, and the Malagasy people will not be spared.
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