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Yes, the COVID-19 vaccine is here. And there s only one holiday left before 2020 finally comes to an end.
But mental health experts say it s normal to feel stressed out right now. And there are many things that people can do, short- and long-term, to address how they re feeling and make a change.
There s evidence that mental health is worsening during the pandemic, especially in the most vulnerable populations younger adults, isolated seniors, members of Black and Hispanic communities, and care providers, whether paid or unpaid. But anyone can be vulnerable.
A survey of more than 5,400 U.S. adults published in August by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found markedly elevated self-reported symptoms of depression and anxiety in the United States at 31%.
Created: December 14, 2020 06:20 PM
Mental health advocates are concerned we are in a perfect storm of stressors right now. The days are short and nights are long. The holidays make some people feel sad and there s the isolation and financial stress caused by the pandemic.
It can add up and that s why 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is reporting on suicide.
Experts want us all to talk more about suicide and a recently widowed young mother has an important message for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis: there is hope and there is help.
Jason Fugate took his life the Monday after Thanksgiving. He leaves behind his wife Kelli and three kids.
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