Many people will experience an increase in mental health symptoms throughout this coronavirus outbreak due to the impacts of restrictions on movement, financial difficulties and uncertainty, social isolation, and anxiety about the potential health impacts of COVID-19.
These are likely to be higher among people with existing mental health conditions, financial worries, frontline workers or those with underlying health issues. However anyone can be affected and experience symptoms such as low mood, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, poor concentration and stress.
Therefore it is important that we all look after our mental health and wellbeing during this time.
The following resources offer useful information and advice as well as direct support.
COVID-19 - information on services and support in Tayside
You might be worried about coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it could affect your life. This may include having to stay at home and avoid other people.
On this page you can find links to websites, and local information on mental health & wellbeing to provide you with support during this time.
On this page you can find links to websites, and local information on mental health & wellbeing to provide you with support during this time.
Resources and Support
In this video consultant psychiatrist Dr Christopher Pell shares some advice for how to manage your mental wellbeing.
