The epidemic has appeared, what about mental health problems?

People around you are upset, nervous and anxious, easily angry, accusing and complaining; Some feel helpless, depressed and pessimistic; Some become distracted and at a loss, making it difficult to take care of themselves and their families; Some will be clumsy, impulsive and even aggressive; Others will relieve their nervousness by drinking and smoking heavily. Even some people will have symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, loss of appetite or overeating, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fatigue, difficulty in falling asleep, shallow sleep and dreaminess.

What should I do if the above physiological and psychological reactions occur?

1. Don't focus all your attention on the epidemic situation, don't pay too much attention, and don't read relevant information for a long time.

2. Do something you like to distract yourself, such as reading, playing games and watching variety shows.

3. Moderate exercise. Taking part in some pleasant activities, such as running, playing badminton and doing yoga, can not only enhance physical fitness and resistance, but also mobilize physical vitality, improve tension and relax.

4. Try something new that you haven't done before, such as learning to make cakes, some dishes, drawing and so on. Learning new things can bring different fun and peace.

What if I have been in a state of panic and tension and can't relax?

If you find yourself in a state of high anxiety, and even have uncomfortable symptoms such as muscle tension, involuntary tremor or tremor, chest tightness and shortness of breath, general weakness, inability to sleep, please consciously relax yourself. You can relax your muscles and spirits by taking a deep breath, shouting, taking a hot bath and listening to music, thus improving your symptoms. If these symptoms persist and cannot be relieved by themselves, please go to the hospital for the help of a psychologist.

How to solve these psychological problems?

1, to improve cognition. To understand the relationship between normal psychological and physiological reactions, emotions and physical symptoms when a major epidemic occurs. At the same time, pay more attention to how to better protect yourself and improve immunity.

2. Face the problem with a positive attitude. Although the epidemic has caused us great trouble, many people can only stay at home for a long time, but it is also an opportunity to get along well with their families. Usually, they are busy with work, and may only have a little time with their families and children. Take this as an opportunity to spend more time with your family and enhance your feelings.

3. Learn to filter out the correct information and avoid being misled by the wrong information. Those false and exaggerated news will only make us more anxious and have more negative effects. Therefore, we must distinguish the authenticity of information and not increase our insecurity.

4. Learn to adjust your emotions. We should learn to accept the status quo and not go out to get together with friends, so we can communicate more online and not go out to class, so we can study online, take different measures according to different situations, and maintain a good attitude is also a way to improve our immunity.

5. Maintain healthy living habits. Mental health and physical health are inseparable, which can adjust living habits and exercise more. Although you can't go out to exercise, there are many ways to exercise at home.