Getting back to normal after lockdown

Advice and Information - 28 August 2020

As we prepare to get back to ‘a new normal’ many people feel uncertain or anxious about the future. This page features links to organisations offering tips on coping with these feelings and strategies that might help when returning to new routines.
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Returning to Everyday Life

Anxiety UK

Coronaphobia and life after lockdown

http://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/blog/coronaphobia-and-life-after-lockdown/

British Heart Foundation

What to do if you are worried about life getting back to normal

https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/wellbeing/what-to-do-if-youre-worried-about-life-getting-back-to-normal-after-lockdown

Changing Faces

After lockdown: anxieties about returning to ‘normal’

https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/adviceandsupport/self-help/adults/after-lockdown-anxieties-about-returning-to-normal

Returning to School, College or University

Changing Faces

After lockdown: worries about returning to school

https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/adviceandsupport/self-help/parents/after-lockdown-worries-about-returning-to-school

After lockdown: facing transition to a new school

https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/adviceandsupport/self-help/parents/after-lockdown-facing-transition-to-new-school

Mrs Mactivity

Top tips for returning to school after lockdown

https://www.mrsmactivity.co.uk/top-tips-for-returning-to-school-after-lockdown/

Student Minds

How to care for your mental health at home: creating a uni-life balance while taking online courses

https://www.studentmindsblog.co.uk/2020/08/how-to-care-for-your-mental-health-at.html

Into the unknown: tips for coping with post-lockdown anxiety

https://www.studentmindsblog.co.uk/2020/08/into-unknown-tips-for-coping-with-post.html

YoungMinds

Supporting a child returning to school after lockdown

https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/supporting-a-child-returning-to-school-after-lockdown/

Youthwatch Darlington

Young people: Worried about the future - what can I do & where can I go for help?

https://www.healthwatchdarlington.co.uk/advice-and-information/2020-09-30/young-people-worried-about-future-what-can-i-do-where-can-i-go

Returning to Work

Changing Faces

After lockdown: worries about work

https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/adviceandsupport/self-help/adults/after-lockdown-worries-about-work

Mental Health at Work

Transitioning back to work after lockdown

https://www.mentalhealthatwork.org.uk/toolkit/transitioning-back-to-work-after-lockdown/#:~:text=%20Transitioning%20back%20to%20work%20after%20lockdown%20,check-ins%20with%20yourself%20%28How%20am%20I...%20More%20

North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care System Staff Wellbeing Hub

A one-stop place where health and care staff can access whatever they need to stay mentally well throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

https://nhsjoinourjourney.org.uk/what-we-are-doing/staff-wellbeing-hub/

Our Frontline

Our Frontline offers round-the-clock one-to-one support, by call or text, from trained volunteers, plus resources, tips and ideas to look after your mental health.

https://www.mentalhealthatwork.org.uk/ourfrontline/

Workplace Options

Managing anxiety when returning to work after Covid-19

https://www.workplaceoptions.com/blog/managing-anxiety-when-returning-to-work-after-covid-19/

Face Coverings/Social Distancing Anxiety

Anxiety UK

Face coverings and anxiety disorders

http://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/coronanxiety-support-resources/

Breathe

Covid-19, social distancing and anxiety

https://www.breathetherapies.co.uk/covid19-social-distancing-anxiety/

Changing Faces

COVID-19: wearing face coverings and masks

https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/adviceandsupport/self-help/adults/covid-19-wearing-face-coverings-and-masks-2

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