AsCOVID-19 continues to spreadthroughout the United States, so do the concerns.
High on many peoples lists is the possibility of having to spend time under quarantine or home isolation.
(Yes, theres a difference between the two, and well get there in a minute.)
Quarantine is especially difficult for people who have underlying psychological problems.
Isolation restricts the movement of ill persons to help stop the spread of certain diseases.
For example, hospitals use isolation for patients with infectious tuberculosis.
Quarantine can also help limit the spread of communicable disease.
Either way, that could be bad news for your mental health.
Here are five tips from mental health professionals for maintaining mental wellness during home isolation or quarantine.
This is something I can absolutely see happening during a period of home isolation or quarantine as well.
Practice self-soothing
A lot of us living with depression and/or anxiety have developed some methods of self-soothing.
One way to get around this is to stick to a routine.
Always wanted to learn more about different species of iguanas, or the history of breakfast cereal?
But take a stab at stick to a schedule, to add structure to your day.
Anna Yam, a clinical psychologist tells Lifehacker.
