Coping with Stress During Covid

How you respond to stress during the COVID-19 pandemic can depend on your background, your social support from family or friends, your financial situation, your health and emotional background, the community you live in, and many other factors. The loss of traditional coping mechanisms such as group therapy, social activities, eating or drinking out and the closing of recreational facilities can heighten depression and anxiety. Stressors such as job loss, protecting against exposure at work, schooling children at home and even the divisive views over public restrictions and face coverings add up quickly and make us susceptible to mental health crises and emotional breakdowns.

It is helpful to know that change happens, and even the COVID-19 pandemic will not last forever. In the meantime take advantage of the useful changes have come in response to the new normal, including the widespread acceptance of telehealth and video conferencing solutions that have made it possible to meet with friends, social networks and mental health professionals over long distances. We are here to help! Contact us today.