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    Tips for Taking Care of Your Mental Health During Coronavirus Closures

    • Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to social media and news stories about COVID-19.  It’s okay to stay informed, but overexposing ourselves to too much information can be stressful and overwhelming.  
    • Make sure you are still taking care of your body! Getting enough sleep, eating healthy, and making sure we are still moving around can help us take care of our mental health.  Some ideas to consider:
      • Practice mindfulness and/or meditation. 
      • Make sure to get some fresh air and sunlight, maybe sit by a window while doing homework/or reading, do a quick workout in your own yard, etc. 
      • Use home workout videos to keep moving and exercising.  
      • Find some healthy recipes and try your hand at cooking, not only are you fueling your body with healthy food, but it could also be a fun experience! 
    • Make time to connect with others who live in your home or with friends through phone calls or video chats. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.  
    • Practice hobbies and activities you enjoy.  It's important to keep up on school and work, but fun and enjoyment are also factors that promote positive mental health.  This could also be a good time to try something you’ve never had the time to do. Sites like Youtube have plenty of free how-to videos that can help you learn new skills, such as new dance moves, cooking techniques, or how to crochet.   

    Additional Resources

    Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak  (SAMHSA) 

    Care for Your Coronavirus Anxiety 

    Helping Children Cope with Emergencies

    Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs in Emergencies  

    10 Things To Do With Your Teens While ‘Social Distancing’ During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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