Thought-Provoking Issues about Mental and Physical Health in the Middle East: An Overview

Abstract

In accordance with the guideline of the American Psychology Association of Mental Health has been recruited as a salient factor for the well-being of humans, especially after covid-19 pandemic. According to the perceptions in Arab culture, mental health care is reviewed as a luxury and an evolving health treatment in comparison to physical health. Most of the population is hesitant in taking any advice from the partitioner specifically related to their mental health. Therefore, these problems have been suppressed and there has been a significant increase arising mental health issues concerning Middle Eastern and North African countries (MENA Region). Different perspectives have been highlighted, determining distinct views demonstrating more positive attitudes towards mental health services. Therefore, holistic medical practices are required but the importance of mental health should not be neglected considering the need to promote mental health programs in the MENA region. The manuscript discusses mental issues from various and salient factors such as gender, socioeconomic status, sedentary lifestyle, war and trauma, perceived quality of relationships, etc. A significant amount of awareness is mandated to address the mental needs of the population. This overview's main aim is to discuss the role of women’s health from the perspective of contributing cultural factors. Further, the manuscript also discusses the role and the awareness related to physical and mental health with a focus on females and MENA population for raising awareness and increasing the availability of mental health services in the region.