How can a 19-year-old manage stress and anxiety to maintain a good mental health?

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

We are elated to have you on board at icliniq.

Thank you for taking help from a psychiatrist. I can understand your situation. You may have anxiety disorder and it can be managed non-pharmacologically. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned guidelines to deal with it:

1. You should exercise daily for 30 to 45 minutes like at least going for a walk.

2. You should do meditation for 20 minutes daily. Just sit in one place in a comfortable position and try to concentrate on your normal breathing. Do not stop or force yourself to stop your thoughts. Just let it be.

3. You should eat healthy home-cooked foods and avoid junk foods.

4. You must drink enough water.

5. You should spend quality time with friends and family members daily. You need to go out and try to make some friends.

6. You should spend time doing creative hobbies like reading good books, writing journals, painting, drawing, and learning new skills or language or musical instruments.

7. You should sleep for seven to eight hours daily.

8. You must avoid tobacco usage, alcohol consumption, or any type of substance abuse.

Live your life. Do not just spend it. Be bold and confident. Do not be afraid of anyone. If you still have symptoms that persist after following the above-mentioned advice for four to six weeks, then you need to start medications for a short duration.

I hope you had a pleasant experience at icliniq. Do let me know if you want any further help.

Thank you.