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How to Manage Your Mental Health

Some ignore the symptoms of their deteriorating mental health problems in the hope that they will naturally recover. But, eventually, it takes a toll on their physical body as well.

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How to Manage Your Mental Health

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  1. LOS GATOS, CA | CAMPBELL, CA | SAN JOSE, CA

  2. How to Manage Your Mental Health? • Taking care of your mental health is an essential part of keeping fit. Most people tend to ignore the stress and fatigue that comes along with everyday life. • A few take refuge in addictive substances such as tobacco, alcohol, drugs, and other self-destructive behaviors. • Strong mental health is not the absence of mental health problems. Rather, it is the ability to ride through the stress and hardships of life. • The first step is to understand that it is normal to feel overwhelmed and stressed at times. There are several ways to take care of your mental health.

  3. What is Mental Health? Resilient people can ride through stress, trauma, and adversity better than those with poor mental health. Mentally healthy people show signs of • Focus • Resilience • Contentment • A zest for living • Open to change • Curiosity to learn • Work-life balance • Strong sense of meaning and purpose • Self-confidence • High self-esteem

  4. What are the signs of Mental illness? You need to pay close attention to your emotional well-being, in the same manner, as you do with your physical body. Watch out for the following common signs of stress: • Insomnia • Body pains • Low energy • Poor appetite • Anger and irritability • Difficulty in concentration • Fear, hallucinations, or paranoia • Worsening of chronic health problems • Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs

  5. How to care for Mental Health Problems? Get plenty of sleep: Sleep is essential for sound physical and mental health. Getting enough sleep is a necessity, not a luxury, especially when it comes to your mental health. Sleep helps to regulate the chemicals that manage your moods and emotions. Get plenty of sunlight: Sunlight is a rich source of vitamin D, an essential vitamin for our bodies and brains. You should aim to get at least 30 minutes to 2 hours of sunlight a day, but make sure to keep your skin and eyes protected. Healthy lifestyle: Iron and vitamin B12 deficiencies can contribute to your low mood. On the other hand, a balanced diet low in sugar and rich in healthy fats gives you plenty of energy, strengthens your immune system, improves your sleep and spirit, and helps you to look and feel your best.

  6. Manage stress: Stress can take a heavy toll on mental and emotional health, and so it’s essential to keep it under control. Stress is unavoidable, but knowing your stress triggers and learning how to cope helps maintain good mental health. Find your ‘Me Time’: Make time to do things that you enjoy. Do whatever makes you happy each day, whether it’s taking a hike, reading a book, painting, listening to music, or watching Netflix. Make your leisure time a priority. Play is a necessity for your emotional and mental health. Build social connections: Good relationships shape your mental health. Talk to your friends to build a support system and raise your self-esteem when you feel low. Ask for professional help: If you experience any of the signs of mental distress for several days in a row and are unable to carry out daily responsibilities, then it’s time to introspect.

  7. Final Thoughts: Following the above tips will help you take huge strides towards staying calm and preserving your mental health. However, you must reach out for professional help when you are not able to recover on your own. If you or someone you know needs help in coping with stress or any mental health disorder, take that first step and contact Dr. V for a consultation.

  8. OUR KEY PHILOSOPHY “ Take the time to listen. What I try and do with every patient I see, in the first few minutes, is just let them say what’s on their mind and there’s a lot of study that show we don’t do that enough in medicine. These are small things that you can’t pick up really from just filling out a form. That’s why it’s really important to spend time, talking and listening and building that relationship. ~ Dr. Arun Villivalam, M.D. ”

  9. SERVICES WE PROVIDE Adult Physicals (18+) 01 05 Blood Work A regular physical provides a record of your overall health and can be a useful tool in identifying any changes in your health.  Blood work is an important resource to help determine any conditions that could be causing the symptoms that are bringing a patient to the doctor, Lifestyle / Stress Management 02 06 Chronic Care Management Get medical care for preexisting or long term illnesses, such as asthma, hypertension, depression and cirrhosis.  Learn to manage stress by scheduling a wellness checkup and learn preventive strategies. 07 03 Telemedicine Immunizations The Los Gatos Doc physical office is temporarily closed due to the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic until further notice. Please call us (408) 502-6040 from Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00pm to schedule a video visit. A full range of vaccinations and immunization services are offered here. Schedule an appointment for immunizations or Call 408-502-6040. 04 08 Men’s Health Medicare Annual Wellness Visits Men’s health screenings will catch any conditions in early stages where preventative medicine can be used to treat or manage a condition before it progresses. Medicare encourages its members to review their health annually, and to take care of any potential medical concerns before they develop into something more serious. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Quisque enim nisl, vulputate quis mi sed, dapibus hendrerit turpis. Praesent at volutpat neque, ut rutrum odio. Sed quis tincidunt dui, in vulputate arcu.

  10. MEET DR. ARUN VILLIVALAM Dr. Arun Villivalam is a concerned and caring family physician and primary care doctor serving the community of Los Gatos, CA. Dr. Villivalam attended Thomas Jefferson University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency in family medicine at Cook County Hospital.

  11. Los Gatos Doc: Arun Villivalam, MD, Los Gatos, CA Contact Us Phone (appointments): 408-502-6040 | Phone (general inquiries): 408-502-6040 Address: 15195 National Avenue, Suite 205, Los Gatos, CA-95032 https://www.losgatosdoc.com/

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