Anxiety during a pandemic runs rampant. As many are seeing right now in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety can happen to anyone. But many don’t realize mental health treatment is readily available. Anxiety treatment is a process and it is hard for many people to wrap their minds around what is going on…
Quarantined with an Alcoholic Spouse As the coronavirus sweeps across our nation and we must adapt to stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines, that wreaks havoc on the lives of many. Not only are we trying to figure out new work and school routines, but we also must learn new ways to shop for essentials…
Coping with Loneliness During Quarantine Even if you are not going through addiction recovery, sheltering in place and social distancing both take an emotional toll. This reality is especially true if you must develop these coping mechanisms while living alone. Learning how to be okay with being alone includes many challenges, particularly for those in…
Coping with Isolation During Coronavirus Amid coronavirus, self-quarantining, and social distancing measures are now the new normal. Previously, we had face-to-face contact with co-workers, family, and friends. Now that we can no longer do this, especially in states where sheltering in place is a requirement, loneliness might creep in. Coping with isolation during coronavirus for…
There is no doubt that our country, as well as the rest of the world, has undergone serious changes. We went from hearing a little bit of news about a new virus to states locking down due to a pandemic. As a result, we all have to figure out how to navigate our daily lives…
You’ve worked hard to find some level of peace and health with your mental health disorders. You may be taking medications and receiving therapy as you need to. Then a challenge like the current coronavirus comes along, and suddenly, you don’t feel so in-control anymore. You are afraid of what’s happening and are unsure of…