Senior Living: Managing your mental health while dealing with “COVID fatigue”

Senior Living: Managing your mental health while dealing with “COVID fatigue”

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https://www.siliconvalley.com/2020/08/21/senior-living-managing-your-mental-health-while-dealing-with-covid-fatigue/

You’ve heard time and again that older adults are at a higher risk for severe illness related to COVID-19. So, you continue to stay home and physically distance from loved ones to protect yourself. But it’s been months, and it seems like there’s no end in sight. 

As a result, you may be experiencing higher levels of stress, feelings of loneliness, and maybe even hopelessness. You’re not alone. Many Americans are increasingly experiencing “COVID fatigue.” Even former first lady Michelle Obama recently addressed the mental toll the pandemic has had on her.