Coronavirus may be a physical illness, but its implications have far-reaching effects on mental health too, and in the coming weeks it will be increasingly important to look after these challenges as best as possible. Below we have collated some of the support, information, and tips that are available to help us all get through this difficult period.
Taking care of your mental wellbeing Mind has produced a number of tips on how to cope with feeling stressed or worried about how Coronavirus could affect your life, as well as tips on how you can improve your wellbeing.
A little help to get you through these weird times CALM has put together some tips to help you get through these weird times, suggesting simple ways to overcome feeling out of control and uncertain, and tackling things the best way possible.
Ten tips to help with anxiety Every Mind Matters has put together ten ways you can help improve your mental health and wellbeing during this period, helping to battle feeling anxious, stressed, helpless, confused or angry.
Supporting yourself and your colleagues Mental Health At Work has supplied some useful and practical information for anyone who needs it, helping you to look after your workplace wellbeing and make sure you always have the support you need.
HeadsUp - text 85258 for 24/7 support SHOUT is available 24/7 and free to text from most mobile networks. Anyone who is feeling anxious, stressed, low or in crisis, can text ‘HeadsUp’ to 85258 to connect with a trained crisis volunteer who will chat to you by text message.
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