Social distancing is becoming the new norm in the days of COVID-19. While quarantining is proving to be challenging for many Americans, there may be additional social struggles faced by individuals with multiple sclerosis(MS) and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Show Notes
In this podcast, we discuss with Dr. Genova how problems with social cognition (referring to the brain's ability to interpret and react to interactions with others) may be exacerbated during quarantine, and how to reduce the impact of these difficulties on relationships in the household. Dr. Weber also provides insight into how individuals with MS and TBI may be feeling socially isolated right now, and how to find social outlets and resources to improve mental health in this stressful time.
Read the transcription at https://kesslerfoundation.org/sites/default/files/2020-04/social-distancing-with-MS-or-a-TBI_Difficulties-with-being-too-close-and-too-far-TRANSCRIPTION.pdf
To learn more about our experts click on their bio links below:
Dr. Helen Genova (https://kesslerfoundation.org/aboutus/Helen%20Genova)
Dr. Erica Weber (https://kesslerfoundation.org/aboutus/Erica%20Weber)
Nicky Miller (https://kesslerfoundation.org/aboutus/nicki%20miller)
Podcast Resource links….
National Organization
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society - https://www.nationalmssociety.org
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey (BIANJ) - https://bianj.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fprepare%2Fmanaging-stress-anxiety.html
Mental Health
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New Jersey Mental Health emotional support during COVID 19 - https://www.njmentalhealthcares.org
866-202-HELP (4357), 7 days a week, 8am to 8pm (EST)
Headspace.com (Mindfulness for your everyday life) - https://www.headspace.com/
Mindful Meditation
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Daily Calm | 10 Minute Mindfulness Meditation | Be Present - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
Jon Kabat Zinn Body Scan Meditation GUIDED MEDITATION - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4gZgnCy5ew
3/30 Livestream Meditations with Jon Kabat-Zinn - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcKGv06U_KU
Headspace - https://www.headspace.com/meditation/10-minute-meditation
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This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, April 1st, 2020 remotely and was edited and produced by Joan Banks-Smith, Creative Producer for Kessler Foundation.
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After traumatic brain injury (TBI), life changes forever for individuals and families. Through research, we develop new ways to help individuals recover cognitive function and mobility, and equip families and caregivers with the long-term support they need to adjust to living with brain injury.