Tips to avoid stress during COVID-19 outbreaks, Guatemala July 2022
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- 15 Jul 2022
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If the increase in COVID-19 outbreaks is affecting you, here we will give you some tips to avoid stress if you are infected or with positive people around you.
Guatemala is going through one of the most complicated moments due to the spread of the virus, which has exceeded 7,700 positives per day.
Tips to avoid stress during COVID-19 outbreaks
The positives have made Guatemalans very concerned and although the use of a mask is already mandatory in open and closed places, the fear of being infected has made people very worried.
Remember that it is normal to feel sad, stressed, confused, scared or even angry during the crisis of the increase in cases, which have grown due to the subvariants BA.4 and Ba.5 of the Omicron variant .
Recommendations to feel better during the pandemic
Here are some recommendations from the World Health Organization (WHO) and doctors to help you feel better during the COVID-19 crisis.
- If you are at home you must maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eat well, sleep no less than 7 hours, exercise (walk or stretch) and stay in contact with family members.
- If you cannot overcome the situation you should not resort to the consumption of tobacco, alcohol or drugs. See a physical and mental health specialist, if necessary.
- Listening or being aware of the news can affect you, so you could reduce or no longer be aware of what is happening, while you manage to stabilize.
- Draw on skills you've used before to overcome adversity and use those skills to manage emotions.
Try relaxation techniques
- Here are some relaxation techniques to be well:
- take deep breaths
- stretching
- Meditation
- Try acupressure (putting pressure on body parts to help you relax).
Remember that if you feel very bad you should go to a professional and enjoy the moments at home with close relatives, this will help you feel better. Read More…
