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Living through the coronavirus has been a new challenge for those with mental illness
The COVID-19 pandemic has touched all our lives more dramatically than we could have ever expected . It will be a long time before we know the final toll on our collective mental health . About 20 % of people in the U . S . suffer from mental illness . Dr . Jonathan Martin , BHMG Behavioral Health , states , “ For those who are suffering with mental illnesses , it ’ s essential to continue with treatment regimens . With the technology available today , there are a number of ways to get the help you need . If you can ’ t seek help in person , consider telehealth sessions with your provider .” Martin also stressed , “ It ’ s also important to reach out to friends and family for support .” Connecting with our friends and loved ones , whether by high-tech connections or through simple
Apple , the Apple logo , iPhone , iPad , and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc ., registered in the U . S . and other countries . App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc . Android , Google Play , and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC . phone calls , can help us maintain ties during stressful days and we can support each other with the strength to weather whatever challenges are ahead . Here is a variety of tactics to help cope with stress . Stay on Prescribed Medications For anyone who is worried about access to prescribed medications , ask your prescribing health care provider about getting a 90-day supply vs . a 60- or 30-day supply . If this is not possible , it is critical to refill medications as soon as they are allowed .
CONTINUE PRACTICING SELF-CARE Persons suffering from mental illness should put emphasis on providing a continued self-care program . Some things you can do are
• Get regular exercise
• Make sleep a priority
Celebrate life all around you …
Connect with sounds all around you
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• Eat healthy , regular meals and stay hydrated
• Try a relaxing activity
• Set goals and priorities
• Practice gratitude
• Focus on positivity
• Pay attention to emerging symptoms and reach out to family and friends .
WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER At Baptist , we focus on the whole person – body , mind , and spirit . Our behavioral health services provide care for individuals dealing with mental illness . With treatment plans tailored to meet each person ’ s needs , we help our patients understand and manage their conditions . For more information about our behavioral health services , please call 800- 395-4436 or if you need immediate help call our Crisis Line at 800-273-8255 . Help is only a phone call away .
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105 Main Street , Corbin , KY 606.528.1136 888.528.1136
Carolyn Reeves | Licensed Specialist 47 years of service
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