How to Protect Your Mental Health during the Coronavirus Outbreak

By Lynne S. Gots, Ph.D.

The coronavirus outbreak, and the social-distancing measures now in place to prevent its spread, have turned all our lives upside down. But if you have a mental illness, the pervasive climate of anxiety, stress, and isolation may be especially harmful to your well-being.

Here are some steps you can take to prevent this stressful time from derailing your mental health.

1) Maintain a routine

2) Take reasonable precautions, but don’t go overboard

3) Find ways to “get going” 

4) Try not to fixate on sleep  

5) Stick to consistent meal times

6) Follow your regular mental health treatment plan

7) Practice mindfulness and acceptance techniques

8) Be kind to yourself

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