Depression and anxiety grow due to Covid-19 – What to do?

Covid-19 is already the most typed term in Google searches, and this is no coincidence, as the new coronavirus, which started back in December, arrived to change structures, but what to do in the face of this challenge?

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Everyone has been and continues to be challenged, because there is no cure for the virus that plagues all of humanity, therefore, concrete actions are required by all governments, after all, what to do about feelings of anxiety and depression in the midst of a pandemic.

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It's quite true that this period isn't being easy for anyone, isn't it? Covid-19 is a disease which attacks the airways, however, we know that this is not the only problem.

There is a whole issue of the psyche that needs to be dealt with, and in this article you can read some special tips that will help you deal with this moment.

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Depressão e ansiedade crescem devido o Covid-19 - O que fazer?

Covid-19 Rethink about your perspectives

Psychology says that your outlook on life has the ability to affect the level of anxiety. Scientist Goldstein, writing recently about the startup founders' anxiety algorithm, recommends a shift in perspective. “If you are suffering from quarantine and social isolation. 

try to practice gratitude 
As hard as it may be, nurturing a positive feeling is good. Research published by Harvard Medical School found that people who practice gratitude lead happier lives, are more optimistic, and have lower levels of stress.

So, in the midst of tough times like the one we're living in, gratitude can be a game-changer, says Shari Hembree, who is an expert on meditation.

Know when to disconnect 

In addition to knowing this, it is necessary to be aware that sometimes it will be necessary to take a break from internet news.

We know for a fact, it can be tempting to keep the news constant, but this can fuel your anxiety. Kelsey Patel, author of Burning Bright: Rituals, Reiki, and Self-Care for Healing Burnout, Anxiety, and Stress, recommends turning off the news for a period of the day. “Maybe even put your phone on airplane mode so you can give your body permission to relax.

Anyway, what did you think of the tips? Tell me in the comments what you're doing to support the quarantine.

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