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Currently its hard not to be worrying about our future, a lot of older people report what are very realistic concerns about how their futures will be. Many people are experiencing a sense of shock, disbelief, fear and chaos
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The Common Worries people are reporting are:
The Podcast
We can’t control how this virus is affecting the world, it is normal and natural to experience worry about it, and that can provide some justification to continue but risk over- worry, feeling overwhelmed or catastrophising.
There are some strategies we can use to minimise our reactions to it and not worry ourselves sick. This podcast by Dr Lucy Hone Research Psychologist provides some practical ways to manage our thinking and worry levels.
If there is to be a change in the Alert level, Please acquaint yourself with the necessary information you need to make the right decisions within the restrictions.
If You Feel You Need Help
If you or someone you love is feeling overwhelmed with sadness, depression or anxiety that has continued for l2weeks, in a row or longer or if you feel you want to harm yourself. It is important you talk to someone, a family member, carer or Doctor either in person or through Telehealth.
If you would like to talk to a free Trained Counsellor Helpline 1737 free call or text .
Or Lifeline -0800543 354 or free text 4357
Simple Sleep Tips
If you have done all this and you still can’t sleep…
How to you keep a Sleep Diary
Drowsy Driving
Warning Signs
Nodding off and having trouble keeping your head up
Yawning and blinking frequently
Difficulty remembering the past few kilometres driven
Missing your exit
Drifting from your lane
Hitting the rumble strip
Getting too close to nearby cars
Who is at Risk of Drowsy Driving?
If you don’t get enough sleep 7-8hrs/night over 70yrs old or take medications that can induce drowsiness or have an untreated sleep disorder such as snoring or sleep Apnoea (stopping breathing when asleep).
Your body needs adequate sleep on a daily basis. The more hours you miss, the harder it is to think and perform as well as you would like. Lack of sleep can impair your ability to the same way as drinking too much alcohol.
If You experience the Warning Signs
Turning up the radio or opening the window won’t work
Pull over to a safe space, take 15-20min nap or change drivers.
Accidents are more likely to occur late at night of early in the morning
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