Not in recent memory has the question “How are you feeling” been asked by so many with such sincerity.
The COVID-19 shutdown, the uncertainty of how long all of this will last and what the impact will be – not to mention the extra stress induced by an earthquake and aftershocks – has Utahns and beyond feeling fragile. We take our 11 a.m. hour on Friday to look closely at what isolation means to our mental health, social creatures that we are, and what relief we can find in this difficult time.
Anyone who is a victim of domestic violence or knows of a victim in Salt Lake City is encouraged to call the Salt Lake City Police Department at 801-799-3000 and ask to speak with a victim advocate or call these other lines:
- Tthe Utah Domestic Violence Coalition at 800-897-5465.
- The Salt Lake City Police Department’s crisis line is 801-580-7969.
- The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-7233.
- The YWCA can be reached at (801) 537-8600.
KUER reporter Jon Reed recently reported on an increase in domestic violence calls throughout Salt Lake City. For more information and helpful resources, read his article here.
Anyone struggling with their mental health during this tough time can reach out to the Utah state crisis hotline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or reach out to these other resources:
- SAMHSA's National Helpline at 800-662-HELP (4357).
- Kristin Hodson's organization, The Healing Group offers two weekly support groups online to support postpartum moms.
GUESTS:
- Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Brigham Young University
- Kristin Hodson, licensed Clinical Social Worker, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, founder and executive director of The Healing Group.
