Adolescents have been going through a confusing time in their lives because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Kids have not been able to attend school or socialize like they used to. When the pandemic took away socialization and brought the fear of catching the COVID-19 virus into their lives, a number of mental health issues arose. […]
Category Archives: COVID_-19
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Oct
Oct
The pandemic has been a very uncertain time for us all. You may be feeling anxiety not knowing how to stay safe as the Delta variant is causing new COVID-19 cases. When our anxiety makes it hard to remain calm in the moment, there are many immediate strategies you can implement to improve your mental […]
COVID_-19, Mental Health
Can People With Borderline Personality Disorder Be Independent During the Pandemic?
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Jun
Jun
People with borderline personality disorder are often afraid of abandonment by those they depend on for physical and emotional support. When the pandemic happened, many dependent behaviors become inaccessible, such as relying on others for rides, grocery shopping, home maintenance, and more. For those with borderline personality disorder to be independent, they need to learn […]
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Jun
Jun
Anxiety stems from fear, and COVID-19 has created a pandemic of fear and anxiety for many people. Constantly receiving information and realizing we have little control over our actions in getting rid of this virus has been a struggle for people to manage. If you are over-correcting your behavior or having unhealthy thought patterns, there […]
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Mar
Mar
This pandemic has created new routines for us during the year as we stay at home. People may be drinking more, not being as active anymore, and not socializing. By keeping in mind all of the unhealthy habits you have developed during this past year, you have the power to use healthy coping methods to […]
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Mar
Mar
Over the past year, the pandemic has led to higher rates of clinical depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts as children are socially isolated and worried about an uncertain future. Some have already dealt with mental health challenges and others have developed them as a result of the pandemic. The Texas Tribune has put together a […]
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Mar
Mar
Tough events like the global pandemic, political and civil tensions, and even natural disasters can trigger negative feelings. Unfortunately, people such as veterans use drugs and alcohol as a way to cope with these feelings and are unable to cope with exercise, hobbies, and family. Veterans need to seek treatment even during these confusing times […]
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Mar
Mar
You may have made it your goal to achieve sobriety, but feel like it is too much of a challenge because of the COVID-19 limitations. COVID-19 has brought about less social interaction, more stress, and fewer health services. To maintain sobriety during the pandemic, it is important to avoid situations where you feel tempted to […]
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Feb
Feb
With the stress of potential loss of income, unemployment, and increased social isolation, people have increased binge drinking at home during the pandemic. A new study by UTHealth School of Public Health says the longer people stay at home, the greater the increase in binge drinking. By recognizing you have a problem, the better the […]
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Feb
Feb
The year 2020 has been known as a year of anxiety because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the election, and the racial justice and police violence issues. This left many Americans on edge in regards to their lives and the country as a whole. Remedy Review took a look at the statistics of the anxiety Americans […]
