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Mental health challenges facing frontline workers in the battle against COVID-19

Mental health challenges facing frontline workers in the battle against COVID-19

FromCBS Mornings on the Go


Mental health challenges facing frontline workers in the battle against COVID-19

FromCBS Mornings on the Go

ratings:
Length:
26 minutes
Released:
May 15, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Psychiatrist and CBS News Mental Health Contributor Dr. Sue Varma talks about why frontline workers are at risk for developing mental health challenges in the fight against the coronavirus and how stigma keeping many from getting help. Speaking with David Begnaud, lead national correspondent for “CBS This Morning,” Dr. Varma discusses the fear many frontline workers are experiencing. She says that our inability to be physically close to one another and not being able to hug each other has a negative psychological effect. Dr. Varma offers solutions for being emotionally close to people and explains how giving back can boost your mood.If you or someone you know is seeking mental health resources, you can call the National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline at 1- 800- 950- NAMI (6264). Or, in a crisis, text NAMI to 741-741.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Released:
May 15, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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