“Mental health doesn’t stop just because there is a virus.'
Before the lockdown, counsellors were able to turn to a colleague for advice or to debrief if a call got too personal. With physical distancing and the lockdown, they’ve had to rely on technology to bridge the gap.
“Mental health is very real. This pandemic is once again making us realise we need to not just consider physical health but also mental health,” Tracy says. “There are also people seeking understanding of mental health issues like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders. They’ve never had to be this close to someone to deal with it and they’re reaching out for help,” Tracy says.
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