When it comes to mental health conditions, many factors come into play that often affect a person at different levels. Mental health issues affect us not only emotionally, but can also place a burden on our physical disposition to get up, leave home and go to the psychologist’s office. For example, lack of motivation and having no energy is part of depression. Also, at times, leaving home can exacerbate anxiety and fears. Having been traumatized by different events may contribute to wanting to stay within the safety of our home.

Other times, it’s simply inconvenient or logistically difficult to attend personally to the psychologist’s office. Our lives are very busy, and our schedules are tight. Also, unexpected meetings, events, and responsibilities can affect our ability to get into our car or public transportation expecting traffic to get to our session on time.

More recently with unexpected threats that can be associated with natural disasters (e.g. after effects of a hurricane), or our current threat of Coronavirus make staying at home a necessity to be safe and protect others. Maintaining a reasonable level of isolation from others becomes a major factor in lowering the chances of getting or passing any highly-contagious health issues.

Now more than ever, with the threat of the Coronavirus, staying safe has become a priority for all of us. Guidelines include avoiding crowds or contact with high-risk situations and people. Unfortunately, this risk can apply to medical and psychology offices that usually attract multiple visitors interacting who are seeking proper care.