mental health
Mental health in
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OVID-19 has made life increasingly difficult for a lot of people, and this third lockdown is hitting harder than ever for some. The weather is dull and dark, and the nights are longer, making getting outside a daunting task. Feelings of uncertainty and isolation can have negative impacts on your mental health.
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It is important to look after your physical and mental health, especially during lockdown. Mental health can affect you at any point in your life and it is important to have tools to rely on when things get tough. Here are Stay Connected’s tips for improving your mental health during lockdown:
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Routine
Keeping a solid routine can really help reduce stress levels. Perhaps get a paper diary or whiteboard and try planning your week day-by-day. What do you want to achieve that day? This can help keep you feel on track and you feel accomplished at the end of the day when you have ticked off all your to doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. With a routine enjoy better sleep, with none of the worry during the night that you have still things to do.
