A Self-Care Checklist for Your Mental Health during COVID-19

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The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted not only national economies and businesses but also our daily lives and routines. As we navigate through today’s challenges and changes, some forget or struggle to look after and care for one important thing: mental health.

Let’s have a look at some figures showing the immense impact that the pandemic has caused on people’s mental health:

● A survey shows that more than 40.9% reported a significant mental or behavioral health condition, such as anxiety disorder or depressive disorder (30.9%).

● About 7 in 10 employees reported that the COVID-19 pandemic is the most stressful time of their entire professional life.

Because of social distancing measures, lockdowns, and other safety protocols in place, people have limitations when it comes to self-care. Gone are the days when they can treat themselves to a movie date after a stressful week or a drink after a long day at work. Finding ways to boost self-care during work from home is a little tricky, especially since the lines between work and home have run blurry. This infographic includes a self-care checklist to keep depression and anxiety at bay.