Throughout Wisconsin, frontline workers provide essential health and safety services that keep our communities functioning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Braving increased risks to help others is part of their jobs, but it can come with a cost. Routine stress, added to the rational concern many frontline workers have for their own health and the well-being of their loved ones, can leave these professionals\u2014and their families\u2014vulnerable to the negative effects of secondary trauma and other mental and behavioral health challenges, like suicidal thoughts and harmful substance use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try these five strategies<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Build a solid foundation: Invest in your health with adequate sleep, good nutrition, regular physical activity, and active relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Connect with colleagues: Celebrate successes and mourn sorrows with your co-workers as a group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Take breaks: Time away from work, whenever possible, can help you see beyond the immediate crisis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Stay connected: Communicate with friends and family as often as you can, even if you are practicing self-isolation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Talk it out: Consider talking about your experiences and emotions with a trusted peer or mental or behavioral health professional. It\u2019s okay to reach out for support, and talking can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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