Overcoming COVID-19 Exhaustion and Stress: Strategies to Manage
In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals have reported an increase in symptoms for eating disorders, according to recent studies. However, there are strategies that can help individuals navigate through these challenging times.
Strengthening one's resolve and resilience, adjusting and re-prioritizing daily routines, leaning on long-term, trusted relationships, avoiding unhealthy habits, and reaching out for help when needed are all important steps in coping with the pandemic. The self-care skills built during this time may carry one through future challenges.
The pandemic can lead to feelings of exhaustion, long-term numbness, anxiety, and depression. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of COVID-19 news, limiting your news-gathering to a specific time and seeking information from trusted, reliable sources can be helpful.
Exercise can improve both physical and brain resilience, making it an essential part of your daily routine. Developing a mindfulness habit can also increase resilience, helping you to better manage stress and emotions. Believing in oneself and reminding oneself of past achievements is another important resilience skill.
Resilience is the ability to bounce back from hard circumstances, and it can be built up intentionally. Planning relaxing and enjoyable activities, practicing deep breathing, meditating, and keeping a diary of positive experiences during the day can all contribute to building resilience.
If you're struggling with feelings of constant, low-grade anxiety, symptoms of depression, or a covid loss of motivation to protect your health, it may be a sign that you need help. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides a resource list for support and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the Asian Mental Health Collective offers a search tool to locate a therapist near you, while the Black Virtual Wellness Directory is a service of the Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective.
Researchers have also recommended various scientific studies and systematic reviews as the basis for their recommendations against COVID-19-related fatigue. These sources include observational cross-sectional studies on cortisol levels related to fatigue in Long-COVID, a systematic review with meta-analysis on cardiovascular risks after COVID-19, cohort studies on sleep quality affecting Long-COVID symptoms, intervention studies such as Pilates programs and vagus nerve stimulation, and clinical research into treatments like Naltrexone for Long-COVID fatigue.
In the midst of the pandemic, it's important to remember that help and support are available. Carson's Village is a support network for those who've lost someone dear to them, offering a community of understanding and compassion. Reach out for help when you need it, and take care of yourself during these difficult times.
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