COVID-19 Resources

Resources to help those with ADHD or other mental health concerns cope with the pandemic and social isolation are available online, including the following reputable sources:

• Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
• The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

The Wellness Society has also developed a free Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook that includes many evidence-based treatment strategies for coping with anxiety and mood difficulties during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additionally, a free app called COVID Coach (iOS, Android) is available to support self-care and overall mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the app was developed by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), it was created for everyone, not just veterans or service members. More information about the app can be found here.

Highlights include the advice to:

• Create structure (e.g., schedule the day, set aside a particular space for work or homework)
• Build resilience (e.g., eat and sleep healthy, self-care, social contact within the limits allowed by safe social distancing)

Please be sure to get your information about COVID-19 from reliable sources, such as the Larimer County Public Health website.

The CDC also has helpful guides for coping with stress during COVID-19, as well as talking with kids about COVID-19.