Depression – A Disease of Modern Society. Stress and its Effects on the Body. The Problem of Psychological Strain Among Students. Social Media and Mental Health

Bukhara State Medical Institute

Faculty of General Medicine, Group 229

Student: Rakhmonova Gulzoda Sodiq qizi

Email: gulzodaraxmonova430@gmail.com

Abstract:

This article provides information about depression, stress, psychological exhaustion among students, the impact of social media, and psychosomatics. Today, many people live under constant psychological pressure. In particular, feelings of depression and mental strain have increased among young people. The article explains the causes of these problems and ways to prevent them. The effects of stress on the human body are described in simple terms. In addition, the relationship between mental state and the body is explained.

Keywords:

Depression, stress, psychological exhaustion, student, social media, nervous system, health, psychosomatics.

Introduction:

Modern life is very fast-paced. People work a lot, study a lot, and are constantly in a hurry. As a result, psychological fatigue and stress have become more common. Some individuals constantly feel sad, depressed, or exhausted. This condition is not just ordinary sadness; in some cases, it may be a medical disorder.

Students also experience significant stress due to academic responsibilities, examinations, and concerns about their future. Moreover, social media has a strong influence on mental well-being. In recent years, depression and stress have become among the most widespread problems worldwide. Psychological strain is especially increasing among students.

Social media has become an inseparable part of our lives. Although it can be useful, it may also have negative effects on human health when used excessively.

Main Part:

Depression – A Disease of Modern Society

Depression is a long-lasting state of low mood. A person constantly feels sad and loses interest in daily activities. They may feel worthless or hopeless. Interest in work, studies, or favorite hobbies decreases. Sleep patterns are disturbed, and appetite may either decrease or increase.

Depression is not just ordinary sadness. If this condition persists for a long time, it is important to seek professional help.

Stress and Its Effects on the Body

Stress is the body’s response to difficult or challenging situations. For example, feeling nervous before an exam is a form of stress. Short-term stress is not harmful and can even improve performance.

However, chronic stress is dangerous. It may cause a rapid heartbeat, headaches, and increased blood pressure. If stress continues for a long time, it can lead to stomach problems and other physical illnesses.

It is important to emphasize that psychological strain is common among students. They study extensively and prepare for exams continuously. Examinations, academic pressure, and parental expectations create additional stress. Lack of sleep and insufficient rest worsen mental exhaustion.

As a result, concentration decreases, irritability increases, and mood becomes unstable.

Social Media and Mental Health

Social media platforms are useful, but excessive use can be harmful. People often compare their lives with others online. This may create the impression that “everyone is happy except me.”

Such thoughts reduce self-confidence and may lead to feelings of depression. Therefore, it is important to use social media in moderation.

What Is Psychosomatics?

Some illnesses are related to a person’s psychological state. For example, when someone feels anxious, their physical condition may worsen. When a person is afraid, their heart rate increases.

This shows that mental health is closely connected to physical health.  Therefore, Prevention and Recommendations:

-Maintain a proper sleep schedule and adequate rest

-Engage in regular physical exercise

-Use social media in moderation

-Communicate openly with family and friends

-Seek medical or psychological help when necessary.

References:

1-General Psychology Textbook

2-World Health Organization – Depression and other mental health materials

3-Hans Selye – Stress theory and its effects on the body

4-Manual on the Fundamentals of Psychosomatics

a farrago of autobiography

in every convoluted line

          *

there never was a Balzac configuration,

I made that up

          *

all the untended graves

I once told her

didn’t matter

          *

marked for demolition

the site of my permanent records

          *

he said the salt in the street

burns his dog’s paws

          *

morning of my expulsion,

arms around the trunk of the sycamore tree

in the school parking lot

          *

crushing crabapples underfoot

I’m six and a half,

going on seven

          *

the boy who couldn’t read

never got to clap erasers

with the blue-eyed girl

          *

the wet muzzles

of the watermelon thieves

          *

the plunging sabbath

of a frozen

waterfall

          *

it would’ve been enough for me

to be Issa’s

sure-footed horse

          *

hard egg yolk on a bent spoon,

Guernica somewhere else

          *

forsythia in bloom

my defenses are down

          *

I was a blind spot

in her rearview mirror

          *

secretly wanting to join

the caterpillar procession

          *

keeping my mouth shut in a room alone

with my war-ruined cousin

          *

what are you going to do

when they find out

you can’t read

          *

sliced peaches

and the lateral lines

of the blue-tipped shark

          *

I didn’t tell the politely smiling

conductor on the Amtrak to Pittsburgh,

he resembled an Ukiyo-e print

Patrick Sweeney is a short form poet and a devotee of the public library.

To Know We are Alive

Close your eyes,

Value your smile,

Make stretch and shine bright,

Push forward towards the light.

Make others smile,

Don’t just do it for a while,

Take care of your time,

Make time for the great Divine.

Plant trees,

Sow your seeds,

Chase your dreams,

Finding every little gleam.

Feed the hungry,

Stand up for the weak,

Don’t do it for glory,

Even when it feels black and bleak.

Give voice to those who can’t speak,

Give more than you take,

Don’t go after the fake,

And don’t prey on the weak.

Feel others pain,

Don’t just be after your gain,

Be the hands to the armless,

The sight to the ones in darkness.

Feel morning rays on your skin,

Evening shadows hovering on the horizon,

You depart with nothing, not even a pin,

Everything is just vanity.

A RIGHTEOUS DAUGHTER’S PRAYER

A thousand thanks to God, my endless prayer

For giving me a mother kind and rare

My crown in Heaven, Eden’s brightest part

My loveliest moments live within your heart, Mom

My faith, my pride, my honor standing tall

My greatest , mountain – you above them all 

When I take flight, you are my wings to soar

My finest song, my strength forevermore, Dad

Eshmatova Charos is one of the most inquisitive students, deeply studying linguistic theory, and a holder of international certificates. She was born on August 18, 2007 in Uzbekistan. She is studying at Denau Institute of Entrepreneurship and Pedagogy Fields of activity: in depth of study the Uzbek language, gaining detailed knowledge of Turkish languages, and Early Achievements and Educational Path. She has obtained a national certificate in Uzbek language and literature (B level) and holds several international certificates. She graduated from secondary school with excellent grades and achieved notable positions in several academic subject Olympics.

War

The car 

         has careened 

out of control!

where is 

            the world

heading to?

the mad 

       trump card

prevails, infectious

       world nations

falling in line…

         zest for power

domination 

         rules the roost!

how they sharpen 

          the  edges for

economic 

           materialistic

gains 

infusing 

              wrath… 

conflagrations 

        catch up

         unstoppable! 

Is there any 

          end to war

once it is

            unleashed?

No!

it    escalates

               flaring, 

burning!

merciless 

                  killing, 

  destruction

            demolition!

the hapless

                 humans 

innocent children, 

      women, the aged

fleeing for life….

the gory picture 

             of

        scattered

scampering 

         ants, when the

ant hill collapses…

      how 

    self destructive

the whole endeavour, 

                warfare!

its multifold

               fangs rise,

nuclear  

               bacterial

unleashing 

             emissions 

killing the environ

            the earth, the 

human, nonhuman!!

         these rapacious

leaders  

       mad, blindfolded 

setting their

                very ship

they travel

                on fire

   seldom caring 

       for aftermath…

may be AI phantoms

              shift them 

out of the rubble!

who can reason

              the insane

 to sanity?

          no world body

effective to the

          level desired…      

alas! 

     few conscience

keepers 

        do raise their

voice, but 

        who can stall

the floodgates

       that broke open

with fury 

           torrential! 

Only 

they sit and 

                     croak 

the frogs 

             beside the

pond, 

poets, philanthropists

         peace workers

they do endlessly

      croak and croak! 

Nuraini Mohammad Usman, popularly known as Prof Nurain, is a Nigerian poet, storyteller, photographer, essayist, creeping artist, and proud feminist. His artistry blends words, images, and emotions to tell meaningful stories. Born into the Muyawa family in Kano State and raised in Minna, Niger State, his diverse background shapes his creative voice. Nuraini began his education at Dayamas Model School, continued at Better Treasure International School, Al-Fawzu Azeem Academy, and Legend International School. He is currently a 100-level Software Engineering student at Maryam Abacha American University of Niger (MAAUN), Maradi, where he bridges creativity with technology while pursuing his dream of becoming a lecturer

Poetess, Writer, Great Humanitarian 

Samar Al-Deek  

Translates Bhagirath Choudhary’s “Let My Child Live” 

Let My Child Live

How could any mother ?

Ever gets so terrified

From her own brother

And how much ?

She ever gets so victimized

By existential pain

And life’s burden so insane 

That she takes a decision

For any damned reason

Trying to save

Life and future of her child

From brother savages so wild.

How on earth ?

A mother can throw her child

Over the barbed wire

Trying to save her child

From beastly hell’s fire

To an utter stranger

And that too

To a foreign soldier.

She has lost 

Her faith almost

In her own kith and kin

Who are bathed

In human blood and sin

So vile and utterly wild

Who are chasing her

And her unfortunate child

To ravage her femininity

And her sacred humanity 

She will stay back

So her wild cousins

Can tear her skin

And humanity apart

But making sure 

That at least for her child

It will be possible

To make a fresh start.

All rights reserved

Bhagirath Choudhary

French Translation from Samar Al-Deek

Comment une mère

Peut-elle jamais être terrifiée

Par son propre frère ?

Et jusqu’à quel point

Peut-elle être ainsi brisée

Par la douleur existentielle

Et le fardeau insensé de la vie,

Au point de prendre la décision,

Pour quelque maudite raison,

De tenter de sauver

La vie et l’avenir de son enfant

De la sauvagerie de son frère devenu féroce ?

Comment une mère, sur cette terre,

Peut-elle jeter son enfant

Par-dessus des barbelés,

Essayant de le sauver

Du feu infernal et bestial,

Pour le confier à un parfait étranger,

Et de surcroît

À un soldat étranger ?

Elle a presque perdu

Toute confiance

En ses proches,

Trempés dans le sang humain et le péché,

Si vils et si sauvages,

Qui la pourchassent, elle

Et son malheureux enfant,

Pour ravager sa féminité

Et son humanité sacrée.

Elle restera en arrière,

Pour que ses cousins déchaînés

Puissent déchirer sa peau

Et son humanité,

Mais en s’assurant

Qu’au moins pour son enfant

Il sera possible

De recommencer une vie nouvelle.

© Bhagirath Choudhary — Tous droits réservés

Translation from English to the French language by © Samar AIDeek

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