Covid-19 Information

Well Being

COVID-19 and Stress

There are many causes of stress, including personal difficulties (e.g.  conflict with loved ones, being alone, lack of income, worries about the future), problems at work (e.g. conflict with colleagues, an extremely demanding or insecure job) or major threats in the community (e.g. violence, disease, lack of economic support.

This pandemic has provided many such situations which can lead to high stress levels

COVID-19 and Screen Time

Due to the current pandemic, many people worldwide are required to stay at home to protect themselves and prevent the spread of the disease.

Home/Hostel Quarantine During COVID-19

• Maintain a daily routine and think positively. Remember that the quarantine period will soon pass.
• Maintain your relations with others through social media channels.
• Work from home, exercise, and give your children fun activities, chores, or homework.
• Use this period to do things that you never had the time to do, like drawing and reading.
• Ensure proper nutrition during the home quarantine.
• Weight gain occurs when there is an imbalance between the calories you consume and the calories you burn. During the home quarantine period, your body s need for energy is less than normal, especially if you are less mobile.
• Eat well-balanced meals.
• Stay hydrated; drink at least eight glasses of water per day.
• Ensure the recommended amount of exercise per day. Minimum of 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for children.
• Reduce the intake of high-calorie food such as processed foods, which are high in fat and sugar. Avoid foods such as biscuits, chocolates, and fried foods and swap with healthier options such as fruit, which has natural sugar.