Can Travelling Help Fight Depression? Here’s The Answer

by Suchismita Pal
Can Travelling Help Fight Depression? Here’s The Answer

Are you constantly on a low key? Do you feel insomniac and drained out? Or do you feel weary even after a sleep of eight hours? Have you suddenly started overeating or are you losing appetite? If these feelings continue for over a week, you are undergoing depression. And as we all know, we cannot really speak about mental health as much as we can about physical issues. In that case, consulting a specialist is of prime importance. Also, did you know that travelling is one of the ways to fight depression? Some people can find solace in the mountains, some feel rejuvenated by the beaches while some others might get revitalised while embarking on adventurous treks.

 

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Travelling Is An Antidote To Depression

When it comes to stress reduction, there are multifold benefits of travelling. As you get engaged in discovering the untouched paths, your brain function improves. If you’re an ardent traveller, you might have already realised that scenic trails wouldn’t make you tired, no matter how long they are. Your feet might ache, but your heart will be full of joy. Travelling can boost your energy levels, instil positive feelings and reduce depression. Experts say that travelling can have a positive effect on your immune system too. Whenever we travel, we feel elated and enthusiastic. A report by Huffpost has stated that those to holiday regularly are also less susceptible to heart diseases.

 

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Travelling Can Release Endorphins Within Brain And Relieve Pain

Be it the lush green tea estates of Kerala, the crimson waves of the sea at Goa during sunrise or the mighty void in the salt flats at Kutch, every picturesque element of nature has a positive effect on your brain. These sightings release endorphins within the brain, which help in relieving pain. As travelling kills stress, it improves our sleeping patterns too. If you’re having a stressful week at work or you just had a bad breakup, simply travel. Allow your feet to take you to the places you adore. Treat your eyes to the pristine nature, hear the sound of the waterfalls or take a deep in a cave pool.  Magically, you will forget all your worries and rediscover a renewed, happier and more positive version of yourself.