We talk about founder health with Dr. Neetu Johnson MD
Medical Director and Co-Founder, Prescribe Life Global Health
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, where innovation and risk-taking is the norm, there's often little room to pause and reflect on an entrepreneur's/ founder’s mental well-being.
Just as athletes rigorously train their bodies, entrepreneurs must recognize the vital role mental health plays in their journey to success and longevity.
Pause and reflect now: When was the last time you set aside time to look after your mental and physical health?
The intricate relationship between mental health and entrepreneurship is a subject deserving of our attention. A study conducted in 2015 shed light on some disconcerting statistics:
72% of entrepreneurs reported experiencing a mental health concern in their lifetime, with 49% reporting one or more mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, or attention deficit disorders (ADD).