Mental Health: Myths and Truths

By Beka Romero

Talking about mental health is a topic that for many does not have much importance and for some others it has become a social problem that must prioritized for action.

Having good mental health helps determine how we manage stress, have a better relationship with others, and is associated with the absence of mental disorders.

According to the Government of Mexico, around 25 percent of the population has experienced a kind of mental health problem, of which depression, bipolarity and schizophrenia are the most common.

Here I tell you some myths vs Truth facts about mental health:

Mental health is not as important as physical health. WRONG.
Both are equally important since they are interconnected, and in sport it is of great help to meet goals, have better performance and manage challenges better.

Talking about your problems makes situations go worse. WRONG.
Hiding your emotions will only make you repress what you feel, talking about your thoughts can be therapeutic and liberating.

Therapy is only for “crazy people”.  WRONG.
Therapy is necessary for anyone who wants to improve their mental health, not just those with problems or mental disorders.

World-class athletes like Simone Biles or in the case of boxing Danny Garcia have taken a break from their careers to take care of their mental health and have better overall well-being.

Educating yourself about mental health and combating these myths is very important to promote empathy and improved mental health all around the world.