The World Health Organization has developed some practical tips for dealing the stress of this outbreak. Here are a few of them:
1. Accept that it’s normal to feel sad, stressed, confused, scared or angry during an outbreak
2. Find ways to talk about how you feel with others, especially if you are in quarantine
3. Remember to keep an eye out for your children during this time, and for loved ones who already have mental illness. They may need help dealing with this added anxiety
4. If you feel overwhelmed, seek support from a health professional
5. Don’t use smoking, alcohol or other drugs to deal with your emotions. Keep your body as healthy as possible by eating well, exercising and getting enough sleep
6. Limit worry by limiting media exposure to a few trusted sources
7. Draw on skills you have used in the past that have helped you to get through difficult times.
1. Accept that it’s normal to feel sad, stressed, confused, scared or angry during an outbreak
2. Find ways to talk about how you feel with others, especially if you are in quarantine
3. Remember to keep an eye out for your children during this time, and for loved ones who already have mental illness. They may need help dealing with this added anxiety
4. If you feel overwhelmed, seek support from a health professional
5. Don’t use smoking, alcohol or other drugs to deal with your emotions. Keep your body as healthy as possible by eating well, exercising and getting enough sleep
6. Limit worry by limiting media exposure to a few trusted sources
7. Draw on skills you have used in the past that have helped you to get through difficult times.
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Supporting Kids During the COVID-19 crisis
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Supporting Kids During the COVID-19 crisis
childmind.org/article/supporting-kids-during-the-covid-19-crisis/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%20Parents%20Guide%20to%20Problem%20Behavior&utm_campaign=Weekly-03-16-20