Mental Wellness and the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

“Psychological distress and various emotional reactions are normal during evolving situations such as coronavirus.“

Tips for Mental Wellness

• Acknowledge Emotional Reactions: Take time to identify and reflect on your emotional reactions.
• Facts Matter: New information is continuously being shared. Read your Delhi Today, and access the Public Health and CDC websites.
• Protect Yourself and Others: Practice guidelines and recommendations to prevent disease transmission.
  • Wash your hands often.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home if you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Get regular sleep and nutrition.
• Stay Calm: Maintain your daily routine as much as possible, practice relaxation activities, and BREATHE.
• Stay Hopeful: Focus on positive news and laugh when you can.
• Reach Out for Support: Reach out to friends and family or support groups, access resources on campus such as Counseling Services.

Signs of Distress You Might Experience

• Having Trouble Concentrating or Staying Focused
• Increased Fear, Anxiety, Worries, or Feeling Overwhelmed
• Trouble Sleeping
• Changes in Appetite or Eating Habits
• Crying, Sadness, Loss of Interest/Motivation
• Feeling Hopeless and/or Helpless

If these signs are interfering with your daily routine, please reach out for help.

Contact Counseling Services: 607-746-4690, Foreman Hall

Mental Health Hotline

The COVID-19 crisis is emotionally and psychologically challenging for many of us.  New York State has a free emotional-support hotline staffed by mental health professionals who can talk New Yorkers through these challenging times. Those who need assistance can call 1-844-863-9314 to connect with a volunteer.

Mental Health Resources

• Check out Ulifeline
• ReachOut SUNY
• Thriving Campus
• Middle Earth from the University at Albany