Humanity must navigate a global mental health crisis — the costs of which could reach an estimated US $5 trillion by 2030. Neuroscientist Camilla Nord suggests that those hoping to improve mental well-being embrace a new paradigm. Stop looking for a one-size-fits-all solution, says Nord, and embrace a more holistic approach that takes emerging research into account and aligns with the unique needs of your own brain and body. Gain insights into the lifestyle changes and treatment options that can boost resiliency and mental balance, from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to psychedelic therapy.
There’s no such thing as an instant, miraculous mental health fix. Achieving mental balance is a complex, individualized process.
If you’re like most people, you’ll seek support for a mental health issue at some point in your life, hoping for a quick fix. However, you’ll probably find that solutions sold as “miracle cures” are anything but. That’s because your well-being is based on a complex web of factors that are entirely unique to you. Simply taking a pill, for example, won’t suddenly catapult you into a genuine state of mental wellness.
The activity of your nervous system — occurring in your spinal cord and brain and in the communication signals they send throughout your body — impacts your level of mental well-being and functions differently depending on a variety of individual factors, including genetics, culture, levels of economic security or scarcity, diet, and your overall physical health. Achieving mental well-being requires considering “a complex mosaic of factors” unique to you and adopting several neuroscience-backed lifestyle interventions. In a clinical context, achieving mental ...
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