Coronavirus (Covid-19) is affecting all our lives. Things are changing fast, and many of us are worrying about what it all means for ourselves and for our loved ones. Those amongst us that are living with mental health problems are facing extra challenges too
If you thought a summer lock down was bad for people already struggling with mental health, a winter one is going to be 10 times worse please keep a look out for your family, friends and neighbours that are struggling.
The relapse and overdose rate has increased by 30% since March 2020. Mental health issues related to our lock down and the pandemic are especially hard for people with depression.
Philippians 2:3-4 (The Message) If you’ve gotten anything at all out of following Christ, if his love has made any difference in your life, if being in a community of the Spirit means anything to you, if you have a heart, if you care— then do me a favour: Agree with each other, love each other, be deep-spirited friends. Don’t push your way to the front; don’t sweet-talk your way to the top. Put yourself aside, and help others get ahead. Don’t be obsessed with getting your own advantage. Forget yourselves long enough to lend a helping hand.
If you know of anybody that needs help MIND has a helpline: 0300 123 3011 which is open Mon to Friday 9am to 6pm