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Propose four measures south Africans can implement during the lock-down to keep their mental health in check

Answer 1

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Answer 2

A global pandemic such as COVID 19, is a time without precedent & everyone will react in various ways. It is essential for individuals during this time  who endure anxiety, frustration, or depression than usual to know that it can be managed, and for individuals to help

Explanation:

• As the national lockdown to tackle the proliferation of the coronavirus pandemic in South Africa (CaOVID-19) is presently in full force, numerous people would feel increased restlessness, ambiguity, disorientation, and social isolation.
• Although this "feeling" is fully "understandable", given the unexpected nature of the situation, it is crucial to find ways to cope & manage any additional stress, particularly for those pre-disposed to psychological/mental problems.
• In order to make sure the "family & friends' are doing exactly the same things, not only should South Africans look after their own "mental health" at time of their lock-down, however also making sure of it.
• In order to ensure the above,  South Africans must adopt the following, in order to reduce stress during the lockdown

1. Have a routine every day - exercise, meditate, have a balanced and nutritional diet (as only if your physically fit, can your mind be fit), spend time with family members (within the house) so that you are not idle (which is the biggest vulnerability to mental health problems).
2. To prevent  the pandemic from being too overwhelming & distracting, limit media & social network reporting. Ensure that you obtain news and other information related to the Pandemic from only trustworthy and credible  sources.
3. Understand and accept your feelings and your capacity to control things and take in your stride only that what you can manage.
4. Try to engage in things that is more constructive & creative which would help boost the mood and spirit.
5. For those people such as relatives and friends who do not live within your homes, try and stay connecting to them through technology and ensure that they are safe and healthy. When your loved ones are safe and healthy, this would stress you less and can avoid added mental tension
6. Where the person is under medication due to ailments or regular health problems, it is crucial for them to continue taking their medicines and as prescribed. This is crucial since any problems with the present health issues can be aggravate mental issues

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