State mental health resources and strategies

In his daily press conference today, Governor Tate Reeves discussed the state’s strategy to continue flattening the curve as well as mental health resources for this ongoing crisis.

Governor Reeves was joined by state mental health professionals today to talk about the unprecedented burden and stress COVID-19 has placed on Mississippi residents.

The governor urged folks to look after their neighbors as everyone continues to adjust to a new normal while Mississippi Department of Mental Health Chief of Staff Wendy Bailey shared some tips for self-care. Governor Reeves said, “Please, to my fellow Mississippians, please show some love today. Show some extra kindness, and please be willing to show empathy to anyone you encounter and make an effort to reach out to those who may need you.”

Bailey said, “For example, sometimes we may need to step back from social media and all of the stories about the pandemic and give ourselves a break, taking care of our body and connecting with your faith, also trying to eat healthy, well-balanced meals and exercising regularly, and connecting with others.”

For more coronavirus mental health resources visit mentalhealthms.com.