Mental Healthcare
Talking to family and friends, minimizing upsetting media content, and making a plan for what to do during stressful and overwhelming times can reduce stress. Mental and behavioral healthcare can help build skills and capacities for resilience in the context of a safe, supportive, and trusting clinical relationship.
Resources and support are available if you want them.
- Talk with your family or friends about how everyone is feeling.
- Minimize news or other media content that feels upsetting.
- Make a plan for what to do when you get stressed, angry, or overwhelmed.
- Reach out for support.
Source: California Surgeon General’s Playbook: Stress Relief during COVID-19
