All LIT Search News Topics Latest news Media statements Media contacts Topics Latest news Media statements Media contacts LIT Impact Latest news 2020 March Staying connected while we practise social distancing Staying connected while we practise social distancing 23/03/2020 | 1 MIN With people being asked to limit their contact with others to minimise the spread of COVID-19, a researcher from LIT has suggested ways people can ensure they still stay socially connected without face-to-face contact, and look after their mental health. Adjunct Professor Johanna Badcock from LITΓÇÖs School of Psychological Science said humans were social beings and relationships and interactions were important in preventing or limiting feelings of loneliness and for maintaining wellbeing. ΓÇ£While we canΓÇÖt replace the value of face-to-face communication, we need to think differently about alternatives and be flexible in these circumstances,ΓÇ¥ Professor Badcock said. ΓÇ£Unfortunately people who are socially vulnerable such as some older adults and those with physical or mental health problems are most likely to struggle through this uncertain period ΓÇô so supporting them is important.ΓÇ¥ Professor Badcock said res
All LIT Search News Topics Latest news Media statements Media contacts Topics Latest news Media statements Media contacts LIT Impact Latest news 2020 March Staying connected while we practise social distancing Staying connected while we practise social distancing 23/03/2020 | 1 MIN With people being asked to limit their contact with others to minimise the spread of COVID-19, a researcher from LIT has suggested ways people can ensure they still stay socially connected without face-to-face contact, and look after their mental health.
Adjunct Professor Johanna Badcock from LITΓÇÖs School of Psychological Science said humans were social beings and relationships and interactions were important in preventing or limiting feelings of loneliness and for maintaining wellbeing.
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ΓÇ£While we canΓÇÖt replace the value of face-to-face communication, we need to think differently about alternatives and be flexible in these circumstances,ΓÇ¥ Professor Badcock said.
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ΓÇ£Unfortunately people who are socially vulnerable such as some older adults and those with physical or mental health problems are most likely to struggle through this uncertain period ΓÇô so supporting them is important.ΓÇ¥ Professor Badcock said res
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