CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW)- Addressing mental health during the COVID-19 quarantine is an important issue and a recent study released by Cohen Veteran’s Network (CVN) shows Americans are concerned about their mental health during this coronavirus pandemic.
With more than 90 percent of the U.S. population under some form of stay-at-home order, and physical distancing in place, the situation is beginning to have an impact on peoples’ state of mind and bringing mental health care to the forefront.
According to CVN’s COVID-19 Pulse Study, 58 percent of the 2,000 U.S. adults surveyed are concerned about their mental health because of social distancing. Two-thirds reported feeling anxious; half cite feeling lonely or isolated and are having trouble sleeping due to the pandemic. Additionally, 80 percent of respondents said they’re also worried people who need mental health services won’t be able to get help.
“We are all facing this crisis and should never feel alone, but for some military families this pandemic is causing additional unique challenges such as cancelled welcome home ceremonies, delayed redeployments, travel restrictions, duty station changes and much more,” said Lisa Eggebeen, regional director of the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone in Clarksville, Tenn. “”This population has earned our help and we are here to provide it.”
Centerstone, located at 511 8th Street, and the Cohen Clinic at Centerstone, located at 775 Weatherly Drive, are continuing to serve clients and communities during the coronavirus pandemic through technology and some in-person treatment. To reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure at this time, almost all appointments are being conducted via telehealth (tele-video and telephone services) by the organization’s thousands of therapists, counselors and other professionals.
“Across our multi-state health care system, we are using all of the technology at our disposal to ensure everyone we serve gets the best access to the best care,” said David Guth, Centerstone CEO. “Centerstone’s mission is delivering care that changes people’s lives, and we take that very seriously.”
Current and new clients in Tennessee are encouraged to call (888) 291-4357 to schedule an appointment. They can request an in-person session or one delivered via telephone or video.
For more information on the Cohen Clinic at Centerstone, visit www.centerstone.org/cohen or call 1-877-HOPE123 or Clarksville / (931) 920-7200.
The Montgomery County Health Council’s comprehensive Mental Health Care Directory of Clarksville-Montgomery County, lists mental health resources in the community, including information on hours, provided services and accepted insurance plans, can be found here.