NCMH

ADVISORY
The impact of disease outbreaks, like the COVID-19 Pandemic, is extensive and may
cause tremendous stress. Everyone reacts differently to this stress and strong emotions
such as fear and anxiety, may arise due to the uncertainty of its eventuality. Effective
coping can help in maintaining our wellbeing and equilibrium.

Have some break from watching, Take care of your body:

reading or listening to new stories,  Take deep
including the social media. Hearing breaths
about the pandemic repeatedly can  Meditate or
be upsetting. practice
mindfulness
Connect with family, friends and  Try to eat healthy
those you trust about your concerns & well balanced
and how you are feeling. Viber, meals
Messenger and WhatsApp  Exercise regularly
applications are helpful.  Hydrate yourself
well
Make time to unwind. Try to do some other  Get plenty of sleep
activities that you enjoy. Learn a new skill  Avoid alcohol and
or you may opt to learn to expressive art drugs
such as painting and poetry. Expressive
arts is an excellent way to provide an
 Read quotes on
emotional outlet using the creative process. positive affirmation

In such, we say
Beat the boredom by playing music that
will inspire and motivate you or by
watching a “feel good” movie, or by
reading a good inspiring book or by
cleaning the house.

If you feel stressed & anxiety is affecting your daily routine, you may get in touch with a
mental health professional through
NATIONAL CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH 24/7 CRISIS HOTLINE
0917-899-USAP (8727) or 989-USAP (8727)
Tara, Usap Tayo!
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
NATIONAL CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH
www.ncmh.gov.ph Tel No. 531-9001

“There is No Health without MENTAL HEALTH”