Dealing with stress during the Covid-19 outbreak

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Stay in touch

It is normal to feel sad, stressed, confused, scared or angry during a crisis
Talking to people you trust can help. Contact your friends and family.

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Stay healthy

If you must stay at home, maintain a healthy lifestyle - including proper diet, sleep, exercise and social contacts at home and by email and phone with others.

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Avoid alcohol

Don’t use smoking, alcohol or other drugs to deal with your emotions. If you feel overwhelmed, talk to a health worker or counsellor.

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Get the facts

Gather information that will help you accurately determine your risk so that you can take reasonable precautions.

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Limit massmedia

Limit worry and agitation by lessening the time you and your family spend watching or listening to media coverage that you perceive as upsetting.

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Find a hobby

Draw on skills you have used in the past that have helped you to manage previous life’s adversities and use those skills to help you manage your emotions.

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Keep routines

Keep to regular routines and schedules as much as possible, including learning/working as well as time for relaxing.