Mental Health & Well-Being

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is presenting new and unique challenges. We are navigating unchartered waters with this virus, making it important to find new ways to work and interact while also taking care of our mental health and well-being.

Those that are teleworking full-time for the first time are isolated from co-workers, friends and family. Our daily living and working routines are disrupted causing added anxiety, stress and strain—physically, mentally, and financially. It is completely natural for this disruption and uncertainty to lead to anxiety and stress.

Now more than ever, we all must take care of our mental health and well-being. This resource provides practical tips on taking care of our mental health and well-being.

Publications:

• FACE COVID Infographic (Russ Harris 2020)
• Living with Worry and Anxiety Amidst Global Uncertainty (Phsychology Tools 2020)
• Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health (samhsa.gov)
• Coping with Fatigue, Fear, and Panic During a Crisis (Harvard Business Review, March 2020)
• Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks (samhsa.gov)
• Managing the Hidden Stress of Emotional Labor (Harvard Business Review, September 2018)
• Build Your Resilience in the Face of a Crisis (Harvard Business Review, March 2020)
• This Pandemic of Grief (Center for Loss, March 2020)
• Helping Children through COVID-19 (California State University, Fullerton, 2020)
• Psychological First Aid - How to Find Help and Stay Connected During Social Distancing

Videos and Podcasts

• Working with Insomnia (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• The STOP Practice (Stop, Take a breath, Observe (without judgment), Proceed
  

  (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)

• Talking to Kids about COVID-19 Video (Dr. Brenda Roche, Billings Clinic, March 2020)
• COVID-19 Care Line for Emotional Wellbeing Support and Resources Video (Kaela Imm, MSW, LCSW, Billings Clinic, March 2020)
• Dealing with Social Distancing Podcast (Scientific American Podcast, March 17, 2020)
• Down-Regulating Meditation for Fear Video (Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute (SETI), March 2020)
• Working with Mask Anxiety (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Introduction to Coping (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Coping (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Introduction to Relaxation Practices (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Relaxation Response 1 (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Relaxation Response 2 (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Relaxation Response 3 (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Introduction to Mindfulness (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• General Mindfulness Instructions (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Stress Response (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Working with Stressors (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)
• Concentration Meditation Practice (Dr. Becky Davis, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Billings Clinic)

Practical Everyday Tips

• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Sandy Moe, RD-How to make homemade "Nice Cream"
• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Sandy Moe, RD-How to make delicious granola at home
• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Sandy Moe, RD-How to Make a Healthy Snack - Chickpeas
• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Sandy Moe, RD-How to choose a ripe avacado
• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Paige Cross, MS, RD, LN- Turn Leftovers into Soup
• 10 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle During Quarantine
• Helpful Hints in the kitchen, Paige Cross, MS, RD, LN-Spicing Up a Pantry Staple
• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Sandy Moe, RD-Yogurt Bark
• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Sandy Moe, RD-Taco Seasoning
• Helpful hints in the kitchen, Sandy Moe, RD-Stir Fry

Health Care Resources

• Virtual Care: Billings Clinic is continuously innovating the way we deliver health care. We have several opportunities available for you to receive care online for minor medical issues as well as to continue your relationship with your primary and specialty care providers.
• Care Line: If you are struggling with your emotional well-being during this time of crisis, we are now offering a phone line for emotional support, education about coping skills and help accessing community resources. You can connect with our team at (406) 238-2877. The phone line is monitored Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. by our care management team. After hours, you can leave a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible. This is a difficult time that can feel isolating, and we don’t want you to feel alone.