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What about loneliness?

Whilst speaking to the nation on @bbcbreakfast yesterday about #Coronavirus, I thought it important to highlight some of the unintended consequences of social distancing and self isolation.

Whilst self-isolation and social distancing are important measures to help manage and reduce the spread of the Covid-19 virus, the unintended consequence is going to be increased loneliness and mental health problems if we are not careful.

We ALL need to make sure that we stay connected with people who are feeling isolated and lonely at the moment.

Possible ways to do this include:
Connect using technology such as FaceTime or Skype so that people know we care and that we are there for them

Pop in notes under the door to people self isolating to make sure they are ok and ask whether they need food
Phone a friend EVERY DAY or a family member who may be feeling alone - it is not only good for them, it is good for you

Write old-school letters to friends and family. That is what my kids are currently doing for their grand-parents

Let’s all make sure we come together as communities and look out for each other.

Would love to hear your thoughts and any other ideas you have below.

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