When your kid’s in the hospital, it turns out the real patient is often the parents' mental health! 🤦‍♀️ According to a recent study, nearly half of the parents surveyed during their child's hospitalization reported symptoms of depression (49.7%) and anxiety (69.0%). So, who needs a rollercoaster when you’ve got the emotional thrill ride of being a parent in a hospital? 🎢 The good news is those stats decrease a bit post-discharge, but don't get too comfy—parenting still comes with a side of anxiety and depression! Remember, folks, self-care isn't just a buzzword; it’s a survival tactic. So, grab that bubble bath or take a minute (or ten) to binge-watch something entirely uneducational. Here's to hoping the only number we dread becomes our kid's age rather than our mental health stats! 🎉 http://mentalhealth.bmj.com/cgi/content/short/29/1/e302231?rss=1 #MentalHealthMatters #ParentingStruggles #HospitalHumor #SelfCareIsntSelfish #SupportSystem