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Resources for COVID-related Mental Health

During this time of increased stress and anxiety in our community the more information we have, the better. Listed below are several resources and informational tools to assist in navigating this difficult time. 
In addition to taking precautions against spreading and exposure to COVID-19, there are also measures to alleviate its psycho-social impacts:  
  1. Increased stress/anxiety about catching COVID-19, or its spread to others (e.g., loved ones), including coping with uncertainty about what could happen.
  2. Loss of face-to-face contact with social supports (e.g., friends and family) due to “social distancing” or quarantine measures.
  3. Due to isolation at home (e.g., loneliness, boredom, frustration, hopelessness), significant disruption to interpersonal/social rhythms and your schedule of daily activities (e.g., who you see and converse with, exercising, and recreational activities such as a sporting event or going to a restaurant).
  4. Stress from changes to your financial situation due to work outages, job security, and the overall economic situation (e.g. stock market).
  5. Concerns about being able to take care of your kids (e.g., if they are out of school and you are not off work).

While phone or internet-based audio-video conversations can help with some issues, it is important to be proactive and educate yourself on the full range of options that can help ensure your well-being. The links to articles and internet sites below help with this.

General

 US Dept. Health and Human Services, SAMHSA

Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health During an Infectious Disease Outbreak

 https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4894.pdf

 

 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information and Resources

 https://www.nami.org/getattachment/About-NAMI/NAMI-News/2020/NAMI-Updates-on-the-Coronavirus/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US

 

Stress/Anxiety

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Manage Anxiety and Stress, Stress and Coping

 https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html

  

US Dept. Health and Human Services, SAMHSA

Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks

 https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4885.pdf

 

 Children

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)

Talking to Children about Coronavirus (COVID-19)

 https://www.aacap.org/App_Themes/AACAP/Docs/latest_news/2020/Coronavirus_COVID19__Children.pdf

  

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope with the Coronavirus Disease 2019

 https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/outbreak_factsheet_1.pdf

 

 National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

Talking to Children about COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource


Resources for Parenting/Families 

Document Library

NameDescription
DocumentBooks for Parents on Children and TeensRecommended books for parents on sexuality and spirituality for children and teenagers.
DocumentParenting Reading ListRecommended books for various parenting issues and parenting techniques.
DocumentSaying No to Video GamesMonitoring your child's usage of violent video games.
DocumentCentral Ohio Al-Anon Family Groups Meeting ScheduleDifferent meetings available from the Al-Anon and Alateen group of Central Ohio. Visit their website for more information http://www.coafg.org
Resources for Divorce/Separation

Document Library

NameDescription
DocumentCoParenting - The Golden Rules Guidelines on parenting during, or when, divorced or separated.
DocumentCoParenting - Reading ListRecommended books for parenting during a divorce or separation.
DocumentReading List for Parents, Children and DivorceRecommended books for the psychological healing for parents and children of divorce.
DocumentStrategies on Getting Through DivorceHelpful psychological strategies to getting through a divorce/separation.
Resources for Anxiety, Depression and Stress

Document Library

NameDescription
DocumentAnxiety in AdolescentsRecommended books regarding children/adolescents and anxiety.
DocumentReading List for DepressionRecommended books for adults dealing with depression.
DocumentStress Management Recommended books for dealing with stress in both children and adults.
Resources for ADD/ADHD

Document Library

NameDescription
DocumentADHD/ADD ResourcesRecommended books and online resources for ADHD and ADD.
Resources for Communication and Sprirituality

Document Library

NameDescription
DocumentGuidelines for Healthy CommunicationTips on how to communicate effectively with family members, friends and colleagues.
DocumentBooks on Spirituality Recommended books on spirituality.
Resources on Sand Tray Therapy

Document Library

NameDescription
DocumentMetaphors in Miniatures Information on Sand Tray Therapy