Coronavirus: Guidance for Better Mental Health
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
An article about guarding mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic from Rehab 4 Addiction:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be a lot of information about the virus and its effects on mental health. That’s because coronavirus and the social, financial and psychological implications it carries can seriously impact one’s mental wellbeing.
Government legislation, mass media coverage, and the increasing global death toll will cause a lot of stress, especially for the older population, children, and people with a history of mental health problems. It’s of the utmost importance that we try to remain as composed as we can during this time.
Topics covered in the guidance:
- Effects on Mental Health
- Things to Remember
- Precautionary Measures
- Plan and Prepare
- Evolving Guidelines
- Anxiety Mimicking Coronavirus
- Coronavirus, OCD & Anxiety
- Mental Health Resources
- Mental Wellbeing
- Substance Abuse
Who are Rehab 4 Addiction?
Established in 2012 by Oliver Clark, Rehab 4 Addiction is an advisory and referral service for people who suffer from alcohol, drug and behavioural addiction. Rehab 4 Addiction works closely with rehabilitation centres and outpatient clinics throughout the United Kingdom and the admissions team match a patients’ addiction with an appropriately placed rehabilitation centre.