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Yale’s Dr. Laurie Santos on Well-Being During COVID-19

March 31, 2020

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We’re living in an unprecedented time as COVID-19 impacts lives everywhere. As we navigate and adjust, how can we manage the many emotions we’re feeling?

Get expert insights from Dr. Laurie Santos, a Yale psychology professor, on how we can all prioritize our mental well-being during this challenging time, including:

  • Reducing tension in a relationship while sheltering in place (1:11)
  • Consuming news without increasing anxiety (3:24)
  • Supporting healthcare workers and helping them prioritize self-care (5:19)
  • Remaining positive when living alone (8:51)
  • Staying focused and productive at work (10:36)
  • Finding your next career or job if you’ve been laid off (12:47)
  • Helping children who are struggling without their usual routine or friends (15:00)
  • Creating positive experiences while in lockdown (18:26)
  • Sleeping better, despite increased anxiety and stress (20:48)
  • Coping if loved ones test positive for COVID-19 (23:57)
  • Spreading kindness or making social connections while isolated (26:32)

Want to hear more from Dr. Santos?

Enroll for free in her course The Science of Well-Being.

Or if you’re a member of the press, set up an interview with Dr. Laurie Santos or learn more about the topics she can speak to.

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