A Study on Mental Health Problems faced by the People of the Coastal Areas of Uvari, Tamilnadu, due to their Living Conditions

Abstract

This study explores the mental health challenges faced by people living in coastal areas due to their unique living conditions. Performance attainments relational to mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influences cognition, perception, behavior, and the management of stress, relationships, and decision-making. It involves aspects such as subjective well-being, self-efficacy, autonomy, competence, and self-actualization. This research explores how cultural differences, subjective assessments, and varying theoretical perspectives shape the definition and experience of mental health. The study focuses on the impact of climate change, natural disasters such as tsunamis high tidal impact on the shore line, and other environmental factors on the mental and economic health of coastal communities. However, it examines early signs of mental health issues, including sleep disturbances, work-stress and fatigue, further, assessing how these factors interplay with the economic challenges faced by residents in these vulnerable areas.