I’m legitimately concerned about what to do, if we run out of baby wipes and diapers for my son. No store I’ve visited online or otherwise has either item…ever. They are pretty much gone as soon as stores are open, which gives priority to the elderly, which is fine, but we have people buying up baby wipes that don’t even have a baby.
What’s the alternative if our basic needs can’t be met? I’m more afraid of mass paranoia and panic than I am the virus. Legitimately worried, and I’ve struggled with depression moreso recently because my concerns fall on deaf ears. We are running out of essentials, and no one cares. Not the stores. Not the customers. Not the government. No one. So, yes, I’m worried.
But what do you do with the poop residue on the washcloth? I mean, do you wash it down the sink or tub? And how can I ensure that those wash clothes are going to be clean enough that they won’t eventually be carrying a harmful disease when soap and detergents are also getting hard to find?
People I know in this situation have been getting rid of the residue in the toilet then washing the cloth with bleach. Surprisingly the dollar stores around here are where I’ve been able to find bleach, laundry detergent, and baby wipes. I wish you luck finding what you need.
I have had severe depression and anxiety since I was a teen and now I’m 49! I think it is really AWESOME that you have this on here for people who also suffer from mental health issues!! With this virus and with all the “stay at home“ rules it’s hard to be at home and not be able to do the things you enjoy or just get out of the house!
Being depressed and having to ‘stay at home’ makes me feel more isolated and I get really depressed when I can’t do what I normally do! For me when I’m depressed I can’t get out of bed or do anything:pleading_face: I don’t even play my games on my phone or interact with my alliance like I would normally do. If I do talk to anyone it usually Is very short and a lot of ‘my life sucks’ or ‘I can’t handle this’ or ‘what’s the point’ type of responses. Sometimes I even get irritable and may take it out on someone who doesn’t deserve it
If you suspect a person may be struggling, or even those who may not be, just talking to them or just saying “hello“ is a great way to help a person feel like they aren’t alone. Also, being a good listener if they do want to talk is the most positive way to help! Maybe even share how you are feeling so they can see they aren’t alone out there in this!!
Sending positive vibes to anyone who is suffering or knows someone who is This to shall pass
We’ll we have a saying in my alliance “lei do cão, aguenta e não chora” in Portuguese it’s Smtg like “Dog’s law, handle it and don’t cry”… This started with a joke because our leader nick is vascodog and it sticked!
This is our way to motivate each other #PlayApartTogether
It is getting crazy out there and I know myself and others that I know are having the same problem with buying the ESSENTIALS!! People are panicking and acting like we are at war and need to stock up for months or a year!!! I know here in Minnesota there is now a limit on some things that people can buy at one time! Walmart is a good place to try if they are doing that where you are from. You could also try calling your county social services for help or suggestions!! They may be able to help or give you info on who can.
I have severe anxiety and depression and it is really hard but I look to my family and friends for support as well as my Faith!!! I pray you will find the things you need for your family!!! Stay strong and don’t be afraid to ask for help cuz you may just find what you are looking for!!!
Thank you so much for that. Yes, there are limits on what people can buy per purchase, but the problem is we have the same people coming in everyday to buy the same items over and over which forces some people to go without.
Thankfully, the bishop of the ward of our Church insisted that my wife and I accept a food order on behalf of the Church’s storehouse, and they have the diapers and wet wipes, toilet paper, and other things that the grocery stores are always out of, so in that regard, I’m very thankful and very relieved. I honestly don’t see an ending to this. Even when society gets the upper hand, and the virus is completely eliminated, I don’t foresee people letting their guards down for months afterwards. I readily expect to see the panic buying continue all the way to the Fall season.
WHO has guidelines on maintaining mental health through the coronavirus pandemic. Some of these guidelines, in my opinion, can apply in any situation as well.
I especially like these:
Minimize watching, reading or listening to news about COVID-19 that causes you to feel anxious
or distressed; seek information only from trusted sources and mainly so that you can take practical
steps to prepare your plans and protect yourself and loved ones. Seek information updates at
specific times during the day, once or twice. The sudden and near-constant stream of news reports
about an outbreak can cause anyone to feel worried. Get the facts; not rumours and
misinformation. Gather information at regular intervals from the WHO website and local health
authority platforms in order to help you distinguish facts from rumours. Facts can help to minimize
fears.
Protect yourself and be supportive to others. Assisting others in their time of need can benefit
both the person receiving support and the helper. For example, check by telephone on neighbours
or people in your community who may need some extra assistance. Working together as one
community can help to create solidarity in addressing COVID-19 together.
Find opportunities to amplify positive and hopeful stories and positive images of local people who
have experienced COVID-19. For example, stories of people who have recovered or who have supported
a loved one and are willing to share their experience
There’s so much focus and sympathy for the virus (as bad as it is because I’m not saying it isn’t) that most people are excusing the behaviors related to paranoia, panic buying, and hoarding. I can easily see people possibly being shot over toilet paper, if the media continues to feed and cater to the paranoia.
I agree, excessive panic buying and related behaviors will only hurt us. Now is the time for everyone to do their part - not just with social distancing, but to buy supplies in moderation so everyone has enough.
for what it’s worth, I also mute threads / avoid websites that I know will just irritate me. it’s also why I a) do not read comments on articles posted on news sites, and b) avoid news from home completely (the average politician in my home country is reacting more idiotically than the average citizen, and c) I don’t read the family social media chats because my relatives insist on flooding the groups with fake news every day
