The mental health impacts of the coronavirus are real, significant, growing and must be addressed to limit any additional harm. We have seen a rise in stress and fear as a result of school closures, stay-at-home orders, empty grocery store shelves, and the downturn in our economy.
Mental Health America of Greater Houston’s Board Chair, Dr. Asim Shah, shares two important ways to lessen coronavirus anxiety:
- Distinguish the facts from rumors and don’t panic because that can cause more issues than the disease itself.
- If we remain calm and limit our exposure to excessive media coverage, we can all handle this better.
Mental Health America of Greater Houston is working hard to lead others out of this trauma and towards recovery. As this situation develops it’s imperative to give people room to express their emotions and cope in a positive way. If you are in need of mental health support, please express your concerns with a loved one or utilize the resources and hotlines below.
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