Read on for seven ways to get through this difficult time.
Buckle up, we’re in for a challenging road ahead. With cities and entire countries going into lockdown around the world in an effort to counter the spread of the novel coronavirus, people are retreating into their homes for self-isolation. Thus far, it seems to be the best measure to control the pandemic. But while we’re all doing our part by social distancing and remaining home-bound, let’s face the facts: it’s not easy.
“We know that loneliness is detrimental to emotional and physical well being. There’s a lot of evidence about that,” Dr Joanne Wood, a professor of psychology at University of Waterloo whose work focuses on interpersonal interactions and close relationships, says over the phone. In our current situation though, she says “there’s a sense that we’re all in this together and that can make people feel connected even if they’re staying home alone.
Aside from catch-up sessions with friends via a myriad of apps and services, Dr Wood also suggests using technology to cook, watch movies or engage in other activities in conjunction with a friend. “Last night I watched a movie with a friend – we were in different places, but we had our phones on and we were watching the same movie at the same time. So there are ways that people can stay connected thanks to today’s technology.
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