If you engage in some positive distracting activities during this crisis, then the flow of the day will move like a steady stream rather than a slow drip.
Time might seem to go by slowly and you only measure your day by the time between newscasts.
Do not just stay glued to the tv related to the pandemic.
Look up a new recipe and try to cook it. Get creative with what you have in the pantry.
Are you feeling sad or lonely this Valentine’s Day? We don’t usually associate Valentine’s Day with depression, but if you’ve recently gone through a breakup or if you’re dealing with persistent disappointment in your love life, Valentine’s Day can be a depressing affair.
Emotions Related to Loss
If you are in crisis please dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Please note: ADAA is not a direct service organization. ADAA does not provide psychiatric, psychological, or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Founded in 1979, ADAA is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders through aligning research, practice and education.