Any kind of separation is painful. Be it having a breakup in a relationship or going through a divorce after many years of being together, it can be very painful for the people directly involved in it. Usually, a relationship breakup happens between two people, but in a divorce, families, children, parents are involved.
A divorce breaks a home and is painful for everyone involved in it. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Poonam Poonia, Sr.
Consultant, Clinical Psychologist at Cloudnine Hospital, Gurgaon, said, “Divorce can have significant impacts on mental health, affecting individuals in various ways. It is not an easy process in a relationship, but now a days divorce rates are increasing swiftly.” ALSO READ: 5 signs you are heading towards divorce and don't know it Mental health impact of a divorce: The Psychologist pointed out that during a divorce, a person goes through a series of difficult emotions - Feelings of sadness, anger, guilt, anxiety, stress, social stigma, depression, low self-esteem and social isolation.
However, it is important to remember that a person takes the step of a divorce only when they encounter circumstances that they cannot avoid. While it may take years to get over the mental health impact of a divorce, it is important to take small steps towards a better life. ALSO READ: Tips to keep your mental health in check after separation or divorce Coping strategies to move on from a divorce: Allow yourself to process the feeling : It's importan.