COVID-19: Keys to Long-term Recovery

The COVID-19 virus has impacted and will continue to impact every aspect of our lives. Fortunately, we can get a head start on successful recovery from these effects by taking lessons from people who are grieving and those who are battling substance abuse. At first glance, this may seem an unusual comparison. Maybe losing loved ones to the pandemic ties into grief support, but how can economic and social turmoil be calmed by that? How can sobriety, long-term or not, be remotely related to any of these subjects? It turns out the three are closely related in coping strategies and systematic approaches required for our world to reintegrate into working communities that are safe and healthy. Your own previous life experiences may have prepared you well to face returning to work and helping your children return to school during a challenging time with confidence and time-tested tools that work. Start planning now. Having something to look forward to is an added benefit. Key #1: Information  Reliable facts are the best base of your operations as you design a plan for yourself or your family. Choose sources wisely and look for advice that includes physical safety as well as economic, social, spiritual, and mental health components. Use an outline to make sure you cover a transition from now to the next few weeks to months — and possibly a year or two — ahead. Remember to fine-tune your plans as situations and information change. Mental health may become the biggest c...
Source: World of Psychology - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Anxiety and Panic General Substance Abuse coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic Source Type: blogs