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Anxiety is not uncommon when wearing a mask. Although you are not in a closed space, wearing a face mask can make it feel that way.
Typically, when we talk about anxiety, it is about a sense of foreboding and fear that is not linked to any immediate danger. But today, many people are experiencing ongoing anxiety because of the very real and present threat of COVID-19.
This week is the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Mental Health Week, which encourages Canadians to #GetReal about mental health and how they really feel.
Most people don’t plan on getting injured, so getting injured can be a stressful event. An injury can cause pain, loss of function, more difficulty sleeping and reduce your quality of life, among other problems.But that’s not all.
Because of COVID-19, many people are currently experiencing change, uncertainty, stress and many other difficult emotions and circumstances, all of which can challenge the state of our mental health.
Winter can be a challenging time of year for many. Snow, ice and challenging road conditions can make it difficult to engage in activities you enjoy, so many people end up hibernating in their homes while yearning for the summer months.