PSYCHOLOGY OF LIFESTYLE: A GATEWAY TO MENTAL STABILITY

The Psychology of Lifestyle addresses the role psychology can play in reversing the trend of deleterious lifestyle choices. Many lifestyle behaviours such as diet, exercise, social interaction, and substance use are related to physical and mental health. Important lifestyle behaviours include exercise, nutrition, substance use, social interaction, time in nature, and meditation or relaxation. It considers the common characteristics of lifestyle behaviours and reflects on how we can inform and improve interventions to promote healthy lifestyles. The biopsychosocial model and Self-Determination Theory (SDT) provided a comprehensive framework for understanding the psychology of lifestyles as a gateway to mental stability. This presentation will explore the interplay between lifestyle choices, mental health outcomes, and strategies for promoting mental stability. The research relied heavily on literature reviews, theoretical frameworks, and anecdotal evidence. It was recommended that individuals should choose wisely positive lifestyles to improve their physical and psychological well-being.