How do psychiatrists worry about COVID-19?
In this situation, the spread of HIV virus in 2019, Corona or cattle wid -19 ( COVID -19) , stress, anxiety, and confusion is common that can happen. But how do we reduce the anxiety that weakens our minds? Because in addition to taking care of the body Taking care of the mind is essential to get through this crisis.
Dr. Wittaya Wanpen, psychiatrist, Rama IX Hospital Recommendations to cope with anxiety caused by the COVID-19 virus outbreak, according to the announcement of the Royal College of Psychiatrists of Thailand. There are 9 tips to take care of the mind, 4 should not come together.
9. What should be done to reduce the anxiety about the " cow wid -19 ".
- Information should be obtained from reputable sources, such as from the Ministry of Public Health. Or if it is information about the remedial measures from the government Should be opened directly from that agency
- Should reduce excessive data consumption When you are always at home Many of them may have the opportunity to consume or be exposed to information about the COVID- 19 outbreak situation all the time by consuming too much information. Inevitably encourages to think much Increased feelings of stress, anxiety, panic; Therefore should receive news after working hours Or finish personal business first And receiving news should be received as a precautionary approach Take care of yourself according to hygiene principles
- Take proper care of your health , such as eating, sleeping and exercising regularly.
- Take care of your emotions. Accept your feelings. Finding causes of stress And understand the stress that occurs And vent with people who trust To relieve tension
- To be mindful of the problems that will be added The spread of the virus required sudden adjustments to normal lifestyle. Until many people were unable to catch up And unfamiliar Mindfulness is very important when dealing with problems that arise.
- Find a suitable hobby that you enjoy, finding an activity that feels comfortable. It is one way to relieve tension.
- Communicate in social networks as you should In what is the right knowledge and conduct Before communicating, posting or sharing information Should check the validity And the information should come from a reputable source
- Understand and empathize with the unhappiness of people with COVID-19 and those involved. Because of showing disgust Will make the atmosphere in the society even more suffering and discouragement and frustration Finally, it will reflect back on our own mind.
- Send care and support to society If we are open to receiving news about helping each other Will see the kindness of everyone in the society who help each other as much as possible Whether it is free food distribution to the unemployed Sewing masks to be donated to the needy. Or in the event that everyone helps together to donate Or as a medium for receiving donations to hospitals that lack medical equipment These are all good things that make our minds happy.
4 things not to do during the " COVID-19 " epidemic
- Should not relieve stress with alcoholism, alcoholism
- You should not find the wrong person. Scold each other in society
- Should not show disdain in society.
- Do not share inaccurate information.
Principle 9: Should 4 This should not be applied if everyone in society applies it. Adapting to life during the epidemic of HIV virus in 2019, Corona or cattle wid -19 (COVID-19) can help reduce tension. And the anxiety can be relieved And when the situation improves Everyone will still have a healthy body and a healthy mind. Ready to go out for a normal life as before
