How Dads Can Maintain Mental Health During a Divorce

6. Engage in Healthy Social Activities

You might feel like doing nothing more than heading to the nearest pub and pouring your sorrows out over shots. However, other than a nasty headache, you won’t get much out of the experience. 

Is it understandable to grow self-indulgent, even petulant, at times? Yes, but overdoing the drink or drugs can lead to addiction. Now, you’ve compounded your problems. Instead, engage in positive activities that give you a mental health boost. It is so important to maintain mental health during a divorce and avoiding substances can help. 

Volunteering prompts your body to release oxytocin, the so-called cuddle chemical. This hormone makes you feel good naturally — and unlike drugs or alcohol, you won’t experience a letdown afterward. 

Protect Your Mental Health Through Your Divorce