Don’t fall into depression or have suicidal thoughts while in #lockdown
Learn Dr Maymunah’s A,B,C technique of staying mentally stable in times like this.
Active : Stay active.
Breaks: Take regular breaks.
Connected: Be connected to loved ones , friends, colleagues via various means online that wouldn’t make you feel isolated.
We also talked on the aftermath of this pandemic which can lead to an increase in some mental health issues such as the post traumatic stress disorder, popularly referred to as PTSD.
Some other tips that can help you manage your mental health during this pandemic are;
Look after your physical wellbeing: Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, drink enough water, exercise inside where possible and outside once a day (keeping the recommended 2 metres from others as outlined in the social distancing guidance and if this is in accordance with government advice in your country). Look after your sleep: Try to maintain regular sleeping patterns and keep good sleep hygiene practices – like avoiding screens before bed, cutting back on caffeine and creating a restful environment.
Try to manage difficult feelings: You can achieve this by focusing on the things you can control, including where you get information from and actions to make yourself feel better prepared. #WakeUpNigeriaOnTVC
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