Amanda Patterson was interviewed by The CW South Florida on her tips on how to cope with Covid-19. Check out the full interview by clicking on the link below: https://www.sflcw.com/rebound/mental-health-tips-on-how-to-cope-with-the-covid-19-pandemic?fbclid=IwAR2MBZO6ZQNgxce3kuEjlBP4oIQv5mHZ0Dw_yEkmrMCgdeyA-9rIGhNKdB4 Amanda Patterson, LMHC, CAP, NCC practices in a beautiful and comfortable office in Wellington, Florida....
Do a quick google search of alcohol sales during the COVID-19 pandemic, and you will find several articles on the increase of alcohol sales. One article reports alcohol sales raising up to 55% in one week, another one reports a 243% raise in online alcohol...
While working on this blogpost, I knew I wanted to write about COVID-19 and Trauma/Grief. I kept going back to the idea of writing about how to cope with this Pandemic experience. I was doing my searching of ideas and resources over the internet and...
The outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease is often intimidating, and may cause you to become overwhelmed. Strong emotions can arise. Coping with stress during times like this will make you stronger in dealing...
We are all in an uncertain time with the Coronavirus [COVID-19] Pandemic, which means it’s more important than ever to evaluate our mental health. Between social distancing and shelter-in-place orders adding to general panic, people might be experiencing more anxiety and depression than usual. When...
Grounding is keeping oneself in control of personal emotions during a time of chaos. How then can we remain grounded as we live through the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are some ideas: Find balance between the chaos, and calm. Go outside, and become more aware of...