Social distancing with MS or a TBI: Difficulties with being *too close* and *too far*-COVID-19, Ep3

COVID-19 Edition - Episode 3 Welcome to this COVID-19 special edition podcast brought to you by Kessler Foundation. 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). 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 ==================== 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 ==================== 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/