Coronavirus: the psychological impact of 'shielding' indoors – and how to move on
Many people who shielding during the coronavirus pandemic will need help to step forward and reclaim life.
June 12, 2020 • ~6 min
Many people who shielding during the coronavirus pandemic will need help to step forward and reclaim life.
The U.S. is slowly reopening, but the messages from governments are confusing. An expert offers guidance on many people's first priority -- connecting with loved ones.
Understanding isolation's effects on regular people, rather than those certified to have 'the right stuff,' will help prepare us for the future, whether another pandemic or interplanetary space travel.
Though quarantine isn't an ideal situation, it might offer us a chance to catch up on some much needed sleep.
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How does a family of five with different priorities and attention spans get work done and still have fun in the same small space?
Physically isolating yourself can feel psychologically isolating too. But there are ways to maintain connections in these crazy coronavirus times.
Top tips for staying mentally well in a time of this pandemic.
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