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If you are experiencing stress, depression and anxiety, then you can rest assured that you are not alone. Clinical psychologists have stated that the Covid-19 pandemic has taken a toll on people’s mental health. In fact, some people have stated that the next pandemic will be the mental health crisis.
The widespread lockdown in America started in Mid-March. Everyone was hoping that the lockdowns would only last a few weeks. It has been over four months, and the pandemic does not have an end in sight. Many businesses that were able to open and have been forced to close down again.
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Covid-19 has brought people several changes. They have had to deal with job loss, child care issues and isolation. Many people also do not know what the future holds, which is adding to their stress. All of these problems are taking a toll on people’s mental health.
David Sbarra is a professor at the University of Arizona. He is also a clinical psychologist. He has highlighted all of the mental and physical health problems that the Coronavirus has caused.
Pandemic Fatigue
Many people are experiencing something called pandemic fatigue. It is a term that is used to describe people who have reached their mental health breaking point. People are lonely, stressed out, depressed and anxious. People have spent their entire spring inside and hoped that things would be back to normal by the summer time.
Their hopes of things returning to normal are gone. It is estimated that 30 percent of people in America suffer from anxiety and depression. It is important to not overlook these problems. It is estimated that 75,000 people die each year due to suicide and drug or alcohol abuse. Experts have stated that the next curve that will need to be flattened is the mental health curve.
Factors That Affect You Psychologically
There are several factors that are having a negative impact on people’s psychological health. This includes economic uncertainty and mass unemployment. Working parents with children have also struggled to find child care.
Older adults are more likely to be isolated from others. Furthermore, many people are literally fatigued. They are worrying so much that they cannot get the proper amount of sleep.
How Stress Impacts You Physically
Stress not only affects your mind, but it can also affect your body. Your body releases an excess amount of cortisol when you are stressed. Cortisol can raise your blood sugar and trigger inflammation. One of the key things that you can do if you are feeling stressed is to connect with your family members and friends.
How the Crisis Has Affected Families
People have been able to spend more time at home with their families. This has helped many families grow closer together. However, the effects of isolation and financial problems can put a strain on your relationship. It is important to communicate with your partner so that you can ensure that your needs are being met. You will also be able to know how to meet the needs of your partner.
How to Avoid Drain When You Use Zoom
Zoom is one of the ways that people stay connected with others. People have meetings with each other via Zoom. They also use it to connect with their family members.
However, talking to people via Zoom can also be draining. It is a good idea for you to take breaks when you are on Zoom. You will also need to avoid multitasking. Furthermore, you may find it less draining to have a conversation on the phone with people. Zoom is something that we will likely be using for a while.
