Managing mental health during quarantine

First, we interviewed Colleen Millen, an amazing person, and therapist from a local counseling center. We discussed anxiety and managing mental health during quarantine and social distancing. It is hard to be away from people right now and losing a sense of normalcy in routine can impact your mental health.

LINK TO OUR VIDEOS:

PART 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFcj02NkgGA

PART 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rqX2wAqqUE&t=635s

1. Take breaks from social media!! Social media can cause more stress. Put your phone away.

2. Clean your space!!

3. Self-care!! Face masks, exfoliate, etc.

4. Make use of this time, SLEEP MORE. Sleep is very important.

5. Read/watch the news less, avoid constant reminders of the pandemic.

6. COOK!! Make comfort food :)

7. Find distractions, take a free college course, watch more movies, etc.

8. Use these resources if you ever need help: NAMI COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information and Resources, Find Your Local NAMI, American Psychiatric Association, American Psychological Association: Pandemics, Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), Psychology Today Therapist Directory,Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO). SAMSA Disaster Distress Help 800-985-5990, NAMI Helpline 800-950-6264, Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 and National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255.

9. Do not beat yourself up for taking a relaxation week or being lazy, that's needed and don't push yourself to be productive. This is a scary time its okay to sit back, and focus on yourself and relax. Make your mental health a priority.

Sincerely,

FFH