Risks & Protective Factors

Risk Factors

Risk factors are things that put people in danger of dealing with negative and unhealthy emotions, situations, and habits. This includes biological, psychological, and social factors that are present in our personal, familial, and community environments. The more risk factors present, the higher the chances that a dangerous problem will occur. Mind Body Soul focuses on risk factors that may cause depression. 

Our main Risk factors!

• Anxiety/Immense Stress

• Imbalance

• Low self esteem 

• Unhealthy Relationships

These risk factors create an environment in ourselves and community that can breed depression and poor mental health. Anxiety disorders often increase one’s risk for depression. Immense, chronic stress can cause a decline in mental and physical health. It can result in neglectful habits and leaves us at a very high risk for mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. Psychological factors such as self esteem are among the highest risk factors for the disorder. One of the things that we talk about a lot through Mind Body Soul is relationships and how they effect our mental health. Unhealthy relationships can lead to other risk factors such as anxiety, low self esteem and, if left unchecked, can lead to depression. 

Our Main Protective Factor is:

• Creating balance between our mind and body to increase productivity and overall happiness

• Examples of this include:  

  • Exercise 

  • Setting routines

  • Making time for hobbies

All of these protective factors help to prevent the risk factors for depression. They are ways to get your life organized all while staying healthy, doing what you love, and leading a life full of happiness.