Hyderabad: People, especially those in the 20-50 years age group must resolve in the New Year to lead a stress-free life and do everything possible to remain active, say healthcare professionals. Numerous studies over the past couple of decades have highlighted the fact that stressful living is a major concern among Indians. This problem is more visible in urban areas and among city dwellers, due to change in their lifestyles or due to fast-paced living.
Some estimates indicate that at least 50 per cent of the adult population are under some form of stress due to personal or professional reasons. Dr Abhinay, CEO, KIMS Hospitals, underlined the need to remain active. "Many individuals do not believe that physical activities help in reducing mental stress. But many scientific studies have established the fact that individuals can burn their stress out. While excessive gym might be harmful to stressful minds, moderate exercise helps reduce the mental stress and help them go longer," he said.
"Ever better is an easy jog in the morning or a brisk walk. It is important, people plan their morning routines in a manner which would include physical activities. It is also a fact that prolonged social isolation, and other factors during the pandemic had a negative impact on working professionals across India," he said.
Stress distracts people from their life, their family, and above all, from their goals, observed Dr. B. Kishore Reddy, MD Amor Hospitals. "I come across many young victims who suffer fatal accidents due to the distractions caused by stress. It is important, people strive to lead a stress-free life, and ensure their mind remains calm at least while driving vehicles. At certain times, an individual's stressed behaviour might cause irretrievable damage to another person, and that would certainly be a wrong situation to ever get into," he said.