Amid coronavirus news, many need to step away
A steady diet of stressful news from the coronavirus pandemic is stressing many people out. They're feeling upset, anxious and need to get away. A poll shows that while nearly 9 in 10 Americans are following pandemic news either very or fairly closely, most people say they need to take breaks.
Poll suggests people who quarantine with mom are happier
A poll taken of 500 people suggests that those who live with their moms during quarantine are happier than those who don't.
We can help with domestic violence, mental health, Cuomo says
At his daily briefing, Cuomo cited a 30% increase in calls to the state's domestic violence hotline in April compared to a year ago. And the New York State Police reported a 15% spike in domestic violence incident calls in March compared to last year.
How the coronavirus pandemic can attack your mental health | Resources for Coping
As the COVID-19 pandemic escalated in the United States, public health authorities in New York and New Jersey promoted mental health resources available to anyone who is having a hard time coping with the anxiety, stress, and dread brought on by this terrifying scenario.
Poll: Many Americans feel lonely and anxious during pandemic
A survey finds that the coronavirus pandemic is taking a toll on Americans’ mental health and stress levels. Roughly two-thirds of Americans say they felt nervous, depressed, lonely or hopeless at least one of the past seven days.
Location-tracking reveals lockdown fatigue
The University of Maryland-College Park's Transportation Institute has been tracking location data from cell phone apps since the country went into lockdown. People were staying home--until they weren't.
Prescriptions for anti-anxiety meds spike amid coronavirus outbreak, new report finds
The largest spike was in prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs, which rose 34.1 percent from mid-February to mid-March.
The psychology of ‘social distancing’
No matter how much officials plead, some people just can't seem to follow the rules of 'social distancing'. But why?
'The Situation' speaks to addiction patients during pandemic
While staying indoors and self-quarantining can be effective in helping to slow the spread of COVID-19, isolation can be particularly dangerous for people in recovery and those struggling with addiction.
If you don't laugh, you cry: Coping with virus through humor
Are we allowed to chuckle yet? We'd better, psychologists and humorists say. Laughter can be the best medicine, they argue, so long as it's within the bounds of good taste. And in a crisis, it can be a powerful coping mechanism.
Virtual volunteers help strangers cope with pandemic stress through meditation, music
Sitting cross-legged in her living room, Donna Borak rested her palm on her heart as she guided a small group of virtual participants in meditation and deep breathing. Notice where you might be holding tension, she instructed.
Minding your mental health during a pandemic
Stress and a lack of routine can trigger someone dealing with underlying psychological or substance abuse disorders.
Most coronavirus patients recover, but anxiety and fear still loom
According to the World Health Organization, people with mild illness recover in about two weeks, while those with more severe ailments may take three to six weeks to rebound.
Talking to kids about COVID-19? Experts say be calm and honest
Many parents are now deciding how to talk to their children about the novel coronavirus.
NYPD hires nurses to help cops with homeless problem
Cops are teaming with nurses to help the homeless in New York.