{"id":6619,"date":"2020-05-19T08:26:54","date_gmt":"2020-05-19T03:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drmohans.com\/?p=6619"},"modified":"2024-11-27T12:19:10","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T12:19:10","slug":"corona-virus-help-at-hand-always","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drmohans.com\/backend\/corona-virus-help-at-hand-always\/","title":{"rendered":"CORONA VIRUS &#8211; HELP AT HAND ALWAYS"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The virulent attack by the deadly <strong>corona virus<\/strong> all over the globe has been likened to <strong>World War III<\/strong>. It seems like an invisible enemy that everyone is trying to fight both physically and mentally. What are the \u2018<strong>weapons<\/strong>\u2019 we can use to counter this virus?&nbsp; How does one emerge from this unscathed, as it does not seem to discriminate between the young and the old, the rich and the poor, the healthy and the unhealthy, so to speak? Of course, those with better immunity seem to be able to ward it off or even fight it better. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The surprising factor in this situation\r\nis that it seems to have taken its toll on most people mentally even if they\r\nhave not actually been afflicted with it. Anxiety levels are on the increase\r\ndue to insecurities, such as financial, employment, future, and family worries,\r\napart from health. People who can afford to, are hoarding like never before, be\r\nit essentials, medicines or non-essentials., while the financially weak\r\nsections are clamouring for one meal a day. Those who are depressed are\r\nprobably becoming worse due to the negativity shrouding the entire humanity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Individuals with chronic illnesses such\r\nas diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, chronic pulmonary\r\nobstructive disease and most cancers are affected that much more due to their\r\ncompromised health status. Following a healthy lifestyle and physical activity\r\nwhich is highly recommended for these conditions may not be possible in the\r\npresent scenario. People are forced to stay indoors and even following a\r\nhealthy diet may be challenging due to lack of accessibility. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lack of mental diversions, such as going\r\nfor work, socialising, going to the gym, pursuing a hobby, have all come to a\r\nstandstill due to the current lockdown. In fact, Dr. Elke Van Hoof has termed\r\nthe lockdown as the \u2018world\u2019s biggest psychological experiment\u2019. The uncertainty\r\nregarding the situation is adding to everyone\u2019s stress levels. What one needs\r\nto worry about is the extent to which the corona virus has affected and will\r\ncontinue to affect people\u2019s mental health. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Lancet on has published many studies regarding the psychological impact of the quarantine, and what is happening in households, which can be viewed as a universal phenomenon. <strong>They recommend a multidisciplinary approach where the clinical, behavioural, psychological, social and neurological sciences <\/strong>come together to provide support to those affected by <strong>COVID 19.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;The\r\nmedia reports violence is on the rise, especially against women. Work load for\r\nwomen is increasing when everyone is at home, and not going for work as usual.\r\nAt one end of the spectrum, alcoholics are getting frustrated and experiencing\r\nwithdrawal symptoms, compounding the issue further, due to which physical and\r\nmental abuse are on the increase. Those who are used to working are worried\r\nabout getting back to work, and about their financial stability. However, there\r\nmay be more absenteeism, as people are scared to go for work fearing the worst.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In such a scenario, one wonders how\r\npeople are coping with their physical ailments as well as emotional distress.\r\nThose with diabetes are especially vulnerable, physically, mentally and\r\nfinancially. Keeping blood sugars under check is a huge challenge even at the\r\nbest of times. Poor compliance with the regimen due at a time like this is\r\nunderstandable but does not help the situation, as it may lead to more\r\nemergencies, increased hospitalisations and health costs. Those with\r\nco-morbidities and complications are probably in the high risk category.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Summarise, Those At High Risk For Mental Health Issues Include:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Children and\r\nindividuals below 30 years of age.<\/li><li>The elderly population.<\/li><li>Health care workers and\r\nfront line officials.<\/li><li>Those suffering from\r\nchronic illnesses or have disabilities.<\/li><li>Chronic alcoholics and\r\nsmokers.<\/li><li>Those who have\r\npre-existing mental health issues such as mood disorders, anxiety and\r\ndepression.<\/li><\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What about psychological help for those\r\nwho cannot leave their houses to consult a mental health specialist? If you are\r\nexperiencing any of the following symptoms: extreme irritability, insomnia,\r\nirrational fears or anxiety, low mood, mental exhaustion or feeling drained\r\nout, help is at hand. Those who are elderly, disabled, depressed or even\r\nparents who maybe struggling with children who have type 1 diabetes, please\r\nreach out to us. We are here to help you and alleviate your suffering. Strict\r\nconfidentiality will be maintained, so be assured. We are only a phone call\r\naway. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meanwhile, Some Self-Help Interventions Include:<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Deep-breathing or\r\npranayama.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Keeping physically active at home.<\/li><li>Taking constant breaks\r\nfrom social media and news updates which are probably adding to one\u2019s stress.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Sleeping well.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Eating a nutritional, well-balanced diet.<\/li><li>&nbsp;Following a structured lifestyle.<\/li><li>Positive thinking, and\r\nthe reality that this too shall pass, and the sun will shine again as usual. <\/li><\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vidyulatha Ashok. Working as a counselling psychologist at <a href=\"https:\/\/oldlive.drmohans.com\/\">Dr. Mohan\u2019s Diabetes Specialities Center<\/a> for the last ten years. Special areas of interest include diabetes and stress and interventions for stress management.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The virulent attack by the deadly corona virus all over the globe has been likened to World War III. 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