In our country, marriage is considered as an informal union between a man and a woman. It is also a kind of social tradition. It brings together all the families and it is the most awaited time for the family. It takes months of preparation to complete this social work and only then does it end. Imagine that you are going to be a part of someone's life and give your life to something and you do not feel it. Postpartum depression is a reality. Post-marriage depression is a problem that people still don't know much about. This is ignored as the daughter-in-law's mood has changed. Similarly, most men suppress feelings of depression.
What is Post Marriage depression?
Depression after marriage occurs when the bride and groom begin to feel unhappy, unhappy in their daily life activities. These feelings begin to interfere with their daily lives. Post-marriage depression is somewhat different from clinical depression. This is only because of the connection with marriage. In some cases, even after marriage, people may experience symptoms of depression. You start to feel purposeless in your life and your life becomes very dull.
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Try to analyze and understand your feelings
It is very important that you analyze your feelings carefully. Your pool of emotions does not last for more than three to six months.
Symptoms of Post Marriage Depression
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Sleep disturbances
- No hunger
- Disappointed, frustrated with partner and relationship
- Doubt about the behavior of the new family towards you
- The feeling of not having anything left in life
- Lack of motivation
- Remembering the dating life spent with your partner
- Feeling dissatisfied
- Feeling guilty for not enjoying the new life
What Causes Post Marriage Depression?
Post marital depression is common. Immediately after marriage, a woman has a problem to integrate into a new family. This can have a detrimental effect on her emotional and mental health. Becoming a bride from a single woman and the burden of many responsibilities falls on the shoulders of women.
Nepal-India is a patriarchal society. Due to this, women cannot be included in the life that has suddenly changed. Working women are burdened with double work. In many cases, husbands and wives take away women's freedom. He begins to make all the decisions in his life. This gradually pushes women towards depression.
When it comes to a man, after getting married, he gets caught between his work and family life. As the man is a housewife, there is a lot of pressure on him to fulfill this responsibility. This pressure can be social as well as economic. To get rid of it, some resort to bad habits, such as alcohol.
How To Get Rid Of Post Marriage Depression?
- Do not put pressure on yourself to adapt to a new life. Give yourself some time.
- If you have any concerns, share them with your partner and his family.
- Share your thoughts with your married friend.
- To avoid mental stress, contact your family a lot.
- Spend quality time with your partner. Try to find a solution to your problem together.
- Focus on a favorite activity or new job.
- If the problem persists, go to a mental health professional and get your health checked.
