Experts say they expect an increase in mental ill health as the COVID-19 resurgence impacts Australians' lives.
Experts say they expect an increase in mental ill health as the COVID-19 resurgence impacts Australians' lives.With more than 40,000 new cases being recorded across Australia each day and hospitalisations on track to exceed the January peak, COVID-19 is back in the news., a potential return to working from home and fears about events being postponed once again, it's no surprise many people are feeling stressed and anxious.
People especially susceptible to poor mental health during the pandemic include frontline health workers, and those more at risk of serious illness or death from COVID-19, Dr Carbone said. "And obviously avoiding things that can harm our mental health, like excessive drinking, or illicit drugs.""Spending time with others hanging out, talking through problems, sharing the load - they're really critical things," Dr Carbone said."Particularly as we're talking about masks, and as we're talking about increasing physical distancing, we should also be very focused on making sure we stay socially connected.
"There are also a lot of online programs that are designed to help people, particularly in the early stages, where it might just be a mild form of stress, or depression or anxiety," he said."With programs like MindSpot, you can get regular telephone support from a clinical psychologist or trained mental health professional.""They may manage the situation with you themselves, or they may refer you to a psychologist or some other counsellor.
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