A new study has found connections between the daily stress triggers we all deal with and long term mental health issues. The emotional responses we have to daily stressors could predict our mental health in the future, which means that getting riled by small triggers every day could lead to serious mood disorders later in life. The research collated suggests that emotional balance is key in order to avoid mental health conditions. The study conduction by the University of California looked at the answers to one vital questions – Do everyday irritations add up to a serious emotional meltdown or do they make us stronger and help to fend off future tribulations?Researchers found that the negative emotional responses given by many of the participants to daily stressors, which could be anything from arguments with a partner to traffic jams on the morning commute, helped to predict the psychological distress which could lead to self-reported mood disorders and anxiety ten years later on. Most people don’t place much importance on seeking emotional balance, but this study proves the benefit of finding balance more regularly rather than focusing on long-term goals.
One way to achieve this is to change how your respond to stress and to adapt the way in which you think about stressful situations. A balanced diet which keeps your body healthy and fends off disease, alongside mood-boosting exercise, is also advised to stay mentally agile and happy. You should also make sure that you get plenty of sleep as this could have an effect. Being tired greatly impacts how we deal with situations and the stress levels we suffer from, so by making sure you get your eight hours of sleep a night could help reduce your stress levels and leave you more able to deal with things mentally.
