The pandemic has taken a toll on everyone’s mental health, especially for women. The combined pressure of job loss and familial responsibility has increased stress.
How COVID Continues to Impact Mental Health in 2021
The pandemic has caused loss, stress, and unemployment for people all over the world. Creating a social bubble, making time for phone calls during the day, and checking in with loved ones are ways to cope with the stress and anxiety during the pandemic.
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Social bubbles also have been called pods or "quaranteams" and can include family members, friends, neighbors, or coworkers.
A new study shows that verbal conversations grounded in empathy have a positive impact on mental health and loneliness.
When aiming to nurture relationships during this stressful time, it is important to both develop and maintain communication and boundaries.