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Shareable Resources on Coping with COVID-19

Help raise awareness about coping with COVID-19 by sharing these resources.

Shareable Resources on Coping with COVID-19

The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is stressful for many people. People respond to stress in different ways and it is normal to experience a range of emotions, including fear, anxiety, and grief. Sharing accurate information about COVID-19 and strategies for coping can be an effective way to manage stress and connect with others.

Help raise awareness about coping with COVID-19 by sharing these resources.

Share these Graphics and Social Media Messages

Download and share these informational graphics to help raise awareness about coping with stress related to COVID-19. You can share the text and image directly to your Facebook News Feed or Story by clicking on the button to the right of the graphic. NIMH encourages you to use the hashtag #ShareNIMH in your social media posts to connect with people and organizations with similar goals. For more ideas on how to use these education and awareness resources, visit our help page. To find more social media resources, check out NIH’s COVID-19 social media resources page.

My Mental Health: Do I Need Help?

My Mental Health: Do I Need Help?

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Do you need help with your mental health? If you don't know where to start, this infographic may help guide you. https://go.usa.gov/xGfxz #shareNIMH

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Let’s Talk about Coping with COVID-19

Help raise awareness about coping with COVID-19 by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Share science. Share hope. https://go.usa.gov/xvEFb. #shareNIMH

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Coping with COVID-19

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It can be difficult to cope with fear and anxiety, changing daily routines, and a general sense of uncertainty about COVID-19. Although people respond to stressful situations in different ways, there are steps you can take to help manage stress. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus. #shareNIMH

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Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with COVID-19

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When parents and caregivers deal with COVID-19 calmly and confidently, they can provide the best support for their children. There are many things you can do to support your child cope. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information: https://go.usa.gov/xvxea. #shareNIMH

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Anxiety Symptoms vs. COVID-19 Symptoms

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Panic attacks are discrete episodes, with an abrupt beginning – peaking at about 10 minutes – and a specific end, usually within half an hour. If you have a persistent fever and cough, as well as trouble breathing, call your doctor or visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at http://cdc.gov/coronavirus. #shareNIMH

What to Do If You or Someone You Know Needs Immediate Help

If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others, the following resources are available.

    

Check Out News Stories about Coping with COVID-19

Read news stories featuring NIMH staff discussing coping strategies and the mental health impact of COVID-19. More stories can be found on the Dr. Gordon in the News webpage.

Listen to radio interviews with NIMH staff about coping strategies.

Educate Yourself and Others about Resources for Coping with COVID-19

Check out these informational pages for more resources on coping with COVID-19.

These NIMH resources also offer information and strategies for dealing with difficult times.

Use Videos to Educate Others

Click “Copy link” or “Share” to copy the video URL and post these videos on social media, or embed them on your website.

Five Things About Staying Mentally Healthy During the COVID-19 Outbreak: NIMH Director Dr. Joshua Gordon provides 5 tips for staying mentally healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak.

5 Questions about Mental Health During the Pandemic Answered by an Expert: NIMH Director Dr. Joshua Gordon answers 5 questions about mental health during the pandemic on PBS NewsHour.

POLITICO Coronavirus Special Report: Mental Health in the Age of Coronavirus: NIMH Director Dr. Joshua Gordon speaks about managing mental health during the coronavirus pandemic in a virtual POLITICO virtual briefing.

NIMH Dr. Mary Rooney Expert Discusses Managing ADHD: Learn the signs, symptoms, and treatments of ADHD as well as tips for helping children and adolescents manage ADHD during the pandemic.

As the Pandemic Changes What the Holidays Look Like, Mental Health Experts Share Ways to Cope: NIMH Director Dr. Joshua Gordon, along with other mental health experts, discuss how to keep yourself mentally healthy, especially as the holidays approach in a Washington Post online video.

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