Depression overwhelmes American housewives
One out of three American married woman is either seeing a therapist or has sought help from one in the past, according to a survey of married women conducted by Family Circle. The bad news does not stop there. One out of five wives are currently on some kind of anti-depression or anti-anxiety medication. No wonder we call ourselves the Prozac Nation. (Related article: Look younger and live longer by eliminating
stress)
No wonder then that despite reports during last 12 months linking both Prozac and Paxil (Seroxat in some parts of the world) with suicidal tendencies, there is no drop in prescriptions. (Related article: Tom Cruise's views on depression may be wrong)
The numbers are suprising for another reason. In the same survey, only 4% of the housewives called themselves desperate and just 1% put them in the category of Stepford Housewives. What it means is that even if these women are generally happy, the challenges of raising kids (or being soccer moms), balancing personal and professional commitments, and trying to make ends meet as the middle class and low income people struggle - stress and anxiety are rising.
How to reduce stress and anxiety and minimize chances of depression?
stress)No wonder then that despite reports during last 12 months linking both Prozac and Paxil (Seroxat in some parts of the world) with suicidal tendencies, there is no drop in prescriptions. (Related article: Tom Cruise's views on depression may be wrong)
The numbers are suprising for another reason. In the same survey, only 4% of the housewives called themselves desperate and just 1% put them in the category of Stepford Housewives. What it means is that even if these women are generally happy, the challenges of raising kids (or being soccer moms), balancing personal and professional commitments, and trying to make ends meet as the middle class and low income people struggle - stress and anxiety are rising.
How to reduce stress and anxiety and minimize chances of depression?
- Have a plan in place after you set realistic expectations for yourself and your family. It is good to push yourself a bit to excel in life, but if you push too hard for too long, you will break.
- Develop a network of close friends and family members. It takes time and effort but this network is far more powerful than being with a therapist and popping pills.
- Develop a spiritual outlook on life. Learn to meditate and practice yoga. Always find at least half hour each day for yourself.
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