COVID-19 Resources and Preparedness

In response to the outbreak of COVID-19, the BCPA has compiled a list of helpful resources.

Public information on incoming Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

• Up-to-date info from the CDC on the Coronavirus
• Coronavirus: Safety and Readiness Tips for You
• Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public
• National Library of Medicine's information on the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV). 
• Tips on how to stay healthy from the CDC
• CPA "Psychology Works" Fact Sheet: Coping with COVID-19

Self Care during the Coronavirus

• APA's tips to help you manage your anxiety, put news reports in perspective and maintain a positive outlook.
• 7 science-based strategies to cope with coronavirus anxiety
• Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
• Coronavirus and Mental Health:  Taking Care of Ourselves During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
• Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks

Resources for how to speak to children about Coronavirus.  

• Child Mind Institute
• NPR script 
• Talking with Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreak
• How to talk to Children About Difficult News
• Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families with the Coronavirus
• Book Oyster & Butterfly For Kids Related to COVID

Stigma Reduction Resources

• Coronavirus threat escalates fears and bigotry
• Stigma Reduction around Coronavirus and COVID-19
• Stigma prevention and facts about COVID-19

Resources from Dr. Micheal Archer

• Personal and Practice Planning around COVID-19