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Articles
The Psychological Impact of Quarantine and How to Reduce It: Rapid Review of the Evidence
Source: Department of Pyschological Medicine, King’s College – London
Description:
- Review of how to handle quarantine
- Recommendations for maintaining mental health
Why You Aren't Thinking Clearly: The Brain Science of Fear in Uncertain Times
Source: Tedx/LinkedIn
Description:
- Explanation of how fear affects the brain
- Tips to reduce fear and keep calm
Factors Associated with Mental Health Outcomes Among Healthcare Workers Exposed to Coronavirus Disease
Source: JAMA Surgery
Description:
- Findings that medical professionals on the front line will likely require mental health services during/following outbreak
That Discomfort You're Feeling is Grief
Source: Harvard Business Review
Description:
- Interview with the world’s foremost expert on grief
Websites
Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event
Source: CDC
Description:
- Provides brief overview of how to handle a disaster or traumatic event
- Provides resources for contacts, and addresses children specifically
Healthy Minds Program
Source: CDC
Description:
- Free mobile app to increase focus, resilience, compassion and health
- Podcast-style lessons, active and seated lessons
Center for Healthy Minds
Source: UW Madison
Description:
- Toolkit of resources to improve mental and emotional health during COVID-19