2020 has been a turbulent year, has it not?

And it has certainly taken its toll. Mental health disorders are on the rise, thanks to coronavirus-related stress (not to mention the current political and social justice issues facing our country).

If you’ve been feeling depressed or anxious, you’re not alone.

Last month, a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that anxiety and depression symptoms in adults are up 29% since 2019. Young adults are suffering, too — one out of every four people aged 18 to 24 have reported recent suicidal thoughts.

These are heavy issues, but they can be battled with effective coping strategies.

Watch these new Dakota News Now interviews with our founder, Kimberly Keiser, to learn some ways we recommend dealing with mental health concerns in 2020 (and beyond).

Video 1: “How Can I Tell if I Have Anxiety or Depression Symptoms?”

Anxiety and depression can sneak up on you. Kimberly shares some common symptoms that may indicate whether you are dealing with clinical or situational depression.

Video 2: “What Can I Do to Improve My Mental Health at Home?”

After identifying the symptoms of depression or anxiety, Kimberly says, “the first line of defense is stabilization of core physiological functioning.” That means starting with your sleep, diet, exercise, and social contact.

Video 3: “Why Is Getting Professional Help So Important?”

If you’ve hit a point where “nothing seems to be working,” it may be time to seek professional help in the form of medication management and/or mental health counseling. Kimberly explains how certain therapy interventions can help.

Video 4: “How Can Tele-Health Online Therapy Help Me?”

Our practice has gone virtual due to the coronavirus, but our therapy services have remained as effective as ever thanks to our tele-health counseling. Kimberly shares how.

Explore More Pandemic Mental Health Resources

These are just a few of the ways you can adapt positively to the changes caused by the coronavirus. For more creative and healthy ideas, visit our COVID-19 mental health resource hub.

Meet with a Mental Health Counselor Online

Remember: you’re not alone.

Many of us are dealing with depression, anxiety, or both in 2020. But we don’t have to live this way forever.

Learn more about our video counseling sessions to see how we’re here to help you (virtually) during this turbulent year. If you’re ready to seek professional help, explore our team of mental health counselors to find someone to connect with.