Hi Bespokers,
As always, Mental Health is a critical issue for everyone to be aware of.
With a total disruption to many workplaces, livelihoods, social events, and day-to-day functioning due to COVID-19, SA Health have provided some information in regards to how to navigate mental health impacts of the changes.
It’s normal to feel stress and worry when there is a health event happening in the community that is affecting people’s wellbeing, such as coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
This can affect any person in the community who is concerned about the infection, with more specific concerns arising for people being tested, people in quarantine and people who have received a diagnosis.
It can also significantly impact team members who are concerned for their jobs and ability to pay bills.
Family, friends, employees, coworkers and others can also experience similar mental health impacts.
The following suggestions and support have been provided by SA Health.
Most people will manage with the support of family and friends, but others may need some extra help to keep things on track.
If you notice a change in the way that you, or others around you, are thinking or feeling, there are things that you can do to maintain positive mental health:
Maintain your normal daily routine Connect with family and friends and other supports in your community Look after yourself through exercise and regular healthy meals Don’t over-indulge in alcohol or comfort foods Ensure you have some time out to relax and unwind and do activities that you enjoy Talk with your doctor or a counsellor if needed
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 www.beyondblue.org.au
Lifeline Australia 13 11 14 www.lifeline.org.au
Regional Access Program (country areas) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1300 032 186 www.saregionalaccess.org.au
Lived Experience Telephone Support Service (LETSS) 5pm – 11:30 pm (a peer mental health support line) 1800 013 755 www.letss.org.au
For people under 25 years of age: Youth Beyond Blue 1300 224 636
eheadspace 1800 650 890
If you or someone you know is experiencing any of the following, please seek professional support:
Contact your GP for an appointment to consider whether a mental health treatment plan for access to low cost or no cost counselling services would be helpful.
For people experiencing significant mental health impacts or those who need more immediate support:
Mental Health Triage – 13 14 65 Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (country and metropolitan areas)
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