The challenges related to stressful circumstances are complex and numerous, however the issues most central to our behavioral health include:
- Stress and its impact on our body
- Excess worry
- The challenge of caring for ourselves and our loved ones
- Seeing mental health symptoms appear that we have never experienced before, or having past symptoms recur and grow
- Feeling the urge to use alcohol, drugs, or other substances to distract and numb us from what is going on
These issues emphasize the fact that we cannot ignore our behavioral health during stressful circumstances. Instead, by focusing on our behavioral health, we can put effort into something that we can control. By focusing on our behavioral health, we are also helping ourselves become stronger and more resilient.
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