It’s hard to avoid news about the coronavirus at the moment. But what does that mean for those of us who find the coverage affecting our mental health?

While I believe it’s important to stay informed, having a non-stop stream of notifications and speculation isn’t helping my mental health. In fact, I’d go so far as to say it is starting to make me feel unwell. It is an easy cycle to get into without really trying.

That’s why I’ve created some tips to try and look after myself. I wanted to share them in case you are also feeling overwhelmed:

• Turn off news notifications on your phone

• Mute people sharing updates or misinformation

• Equip yourself with information from trusted sources

• Discuss your fears with someone you trust

• Distract yourself with the things you enjoy

• Eat well, sleep well

Take care,

Peer,
from the Rethink Mental Illness Digital team

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