Contents:
- Medical Video: 5 Signs that You Need Therapy!
- Why go to a psychologist?
- Do I need a psychological consultation?
- 1. Your problem is very disturbing
- 2. You have done various ways to solve the problem, but it didn't work
- 3. Families or friends are getting tired of your complaints
- 4. You start looking for an unhealthy escape
- 5. You have or have just experienced a traumatic event
Medical Video: 5 Signs that You Need Therapy!
When someone encourages you to undergo therapy with a psychologist, how do you react? Being offended or just feeling the person has a point? In Indonesia, mental health has not been taken seriously. As a result, many people are reluctant to psychologists even though they really need psychological counseling.
Why go to a psychologist?
You might be wondering, why should you go to a psychologist if you can tell about the problems faced by the closest person? It doesn't hurt vent with the closest person. However, psychologists can help you more quickly and effectively.
Psychologists have been trained and experienced to really listen to their clients. Through a series of education and training, they have been given the ability to explore the root of the problem based on your story. They also have the expertise to teach you how to best deal with problems.
In addition, a psychologist is a neutral figure. He is not biased and has no personal desire so that you do things that are not in line with your values. Unlike family members or partners. They may give you inappropriate advice. This is because the closest person usually has an idea or hope for your ideal figure, even though it is not necessarily right.
Do I need a psychological consultation?
There is a mistaken view in society that only "crazy people" should go to a psychologist. In fact, anyone can and need to do psychological consultations to maintain their mental health. No need to be diagnosed with depression or have a mental disorder first and then go to a psychologist.
Think of it like checking your health to a doctor or taking immunizations to be immune to disease. Remember, mental health is as important as your body's health.If you experience the signs below, immediately seek the help of a trusted psychologist.
1. Your problem is very disturbing
Pay attention to how intense your reaction is to the problems that arise. For example, you cannot concentrate on college, work, or caring for children. You can also often cry or get angry.
Other symptoms that need to be observed are despair, excessive anxiety, insomnia, loss of appetite or even want to eat continuously, headaches and stomach aches without obvious causes, and withdraw from the people around you. Especially if this reaction has lasted more than two weeks.
2. You have done various ways to solve the problem, but it didn't work
You may have tried many ways to solve the problem. For example on vacation, worship, or talk to the closest person. Unfortunately these methods have not succeeded in improving your condition.
You need another mechanism to deal with this situation. The trick is to consult a psychologist. Remember, asking for a psychologist doesn't mean you are weak or crazy. It just means you want and are able to take care of yourself.
3. Families or friends are getting tired of your complaints
Initially maybe the person closest to you is always there and supports. However, over time they move away or avoid the topic of conversation about your problem. This means that the people closest to you are overwhelmed and unable to cope with your complaints. This is natural because indeed not everyone is equipped with adequate mental health.
4. You start looking for an unhealthy escape
Are you addicted to cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, pornography or gambling? Or you can't resist the urge to shop like crazy? Opium can indeed be a form of escape from your problem even if it is a moment. Before getting worse, immediately find a reputable psychological consulting service.
5. You have or have just experienced a traumatic event
Psychological disorders usually arise due to traumatic events that have just been experienced such as losing a beloved person, divorce, losing a job, natural disasters, or being diagnosed with a particular disease. It could also have happened many years ago but the trauma reappeared. For example in cases of sexual violence, child abuse, or domestic violence.
Psychological trauma cannot just disappear over time. Trauma will only be hidden and can explode at any time or haunt your life. So, you must be able to recognize, process, and move on from the trauma. That's why you need the help of a psychologist.
