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Lines for Life answers mental health questions during social isolation on Reddit

KGW partnered with Lines for Life on Friday to host a Reddit AMA to answer your questions about maintaining mental wellness during social isolation.

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You've probably heard this phrase a lot lately: "We're all in this together." It may be a bit trite by this point, but it's also true.Social isolation due to COVID-19 affects people across all parts of our society.

The isolation and stress is overwhelming for many people and it's common for people to have thoughts of despair, especially right now during the coronavirus outbreak.

That's why KGW partnered with Lines for Life (a non-profit dedicated to preventing substance abuse and suicide) on Friday to host a Reddit AMA.The focus of the live chat was answering your questions about maintaining mental wellness and coping with the adverse affects of social isolation.

The questions were answered by Greg Borders, clinical director of Lines for Life, Dwight Holton, executive director of Lines for Life, and myself, John Tierney, KGW's assistant news director.

You can read every answer on Reddit and we've highlighted some of the questions below.

And remember, if you find yourself needing to talk to someone, Lines for Life operates a 24/7 lifeline where someone is always available to help. Their number is 800-273-TALK (8255).

"What are some of the best actions people can take in support of ourselves and one another? "

Comment from discussion WellReadHermit's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"I hate being home because I am a single mom and it's very lonely and hard ... How do I get out of my head?"

Comment from discussion Treighsie's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"What would you suggest for a partner living with someone affected by depression and suicidal thoughts? How can the partner be a support?"

Comment from discussion thereinventedstoner's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"How do I maintain a positive attitude when I am cooped up in the same surroundings day after day, week after week, and now month after month?"

Comment from discussion wsgatlin's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"I've lost my job ... how do I change my perspective when everything seems hopeless?"

Comment from discussion Indy_Anna's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"I am leading a team. What kinds of things should I be on the look out in my team members to identify if they are starting to lose it?"

Comment from discussion whidzee's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"What's realistic for managing our work behaviors while at home? Should we expect the same out of ourselves (or our coworkers or employees), or not?"

Comment from discussion caseyoc's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"I’m starting to loose motivation to do anything. I’m kind of just becoming numb, is there anything I could do to help this?"

Comment from discussion operaghost18's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"I'm an essential employee that works in acute mental health care. I've been struggling to deal with the new responsibilities of being the only one that should leave my house while still working long hours ... Is there anything you would recommend for helping with juggling these issues?"

Comment from discussion needs-more-sleep's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

"Do you think we will see an increase in domestic violence from people being locked up with abusive spouses?"

Comment from discussion doctorsnorky's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

Comment from discussion kgw8's comment from discussion "We’re here to help people cope with the stress of social isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. We’re Dwight Holton and Greg Borders of the suicide prevention group Lines for Life, and John Tierney, a journalist at KGW-TV who helps media organizations more responsibly report on suicide. AMA ".

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