As the situation of COVID-19 continues to increase, media coverage of the pandemic can overwhelm the public with unnecessary stress and anxiety.
The situation can make it extremely difficult for people who have a pre-existing condition like an anxiety disorder, drastically affecting their mental health and welfare.
Listed below are resources available for those needing a helping hand.
- Crisis Line of Hawaiʻi, (808) 832-3100 (Oʻahu), 1-800-753-
6879 (Neighbor Islands) - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Crisis Text Line, text ALOHA to 741741 (Hawaiʻi), text TALK to 741741 (National)
