Resources

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Mental Health Links

Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders
International OCD Foundation​
​The TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors

Postpartum Depression

https://online.maryville.edu/online-bachelors-degrees/psychology/about-postpartum-depression

Managing Mood During Covid-19

1.Breath

In times stress we hold our breath and forget that we don’t have to ration air.  While many of us are struggling to feel safe, even in our own home, what we can count on is the oxygen in the air. We can breath and we need to stop and take the air deeply into our bodies. Noticing the smells and temperature of the space we occupy, ground yourself in this moment and letting go of the past and the future.

2. Keep a routine.
Predicability and future gazing is how we calm ourselves in our daily life. While we can not predict what is going to happen with this virus or our economy, we can predict what we will eat for dinner, or what time we will get out of bed. Identify the things you can control and take the opportunity to hold this power.

3. Practice Mindfulness
It is very important that in this time of unrest that we ground ourselves in our present moment. Notice that you are safe and notice you are well. Remind yourself that as an adult you will solve the problems that arise and you will and can adjust to changes.

4. Allow Feelings to Pass

We all will be and are experiencing many feelings. It is difficult for us to predict the future when there is so many questions. Because of this, anxiety, confusion, fear, overwhelm and even sadness and depression are all normal to be feeling right now. Challenge yourself to relax into these feelings and allow them to pass. I promise they will end much sooner if they are embraced rather than fought.