Were living in a time of high anxiety.
There is more than enough to worry about pertaining to our ownphysicalandmental healthandfinancialsecurity.
This applies to people of any age.
People disagree with us all the time, so why is this such a stressor?
It could cause a general concern that people are not taking the outbreak seriously, he tells Lifehacker.
Along the same lines,Dr.
Conformity is a form of reassurance.
Here are six suggestions from mental health professionals for how to manage your anxiety in these situations.
Practice mindfulness and being in the moment
The coronavirus outbreak hasnt been easy forDr.
Steven Rosenberg, a psychotherapist and behavioral specialist.
My fiance is not taking the coronavirus seriously, he tells Lifehacker.
She actually said to me that she really doesnt know why there is such a fuss.
This is coming from a woman who worries about everything.
He has found that bringing himself back to the moment during stressful conversations has helped.
I saw that my anxiousness was seeing everyone getting sick with the virus in my mind, he says.
Be in control of yourself in the moment.
Carole Lieberman, a board certified psychiatrist and public health expert tells Lifehacker.
But if you havent, Upshaw recommends attempting to educate the person.
It can be hard for people to wrap their minds around this issue.
Likening it to a situation they already have familiarity with can make it easier to understand.
Snell recommends focusing on your own self-validation instead of seeking reassurance and validation from others.
