Summary of resources for Patients, Providers, and Psychologists for COVID-19:
APA General Resource for Pandemics:
General resources & links for providers, supervisors & trainees, emergency preparedness, & resources for patients and caregivers): https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/pandemics
For Patients:
Basic steps to prevent COVID-19:
- https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/prevention.html
- https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/workplace-school-and-home-guidance.pdf
- https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public
How to cope with stress: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html
Definition of social distancing, isolation, quarantine, & how to cope: https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/social-distancing
SAMHSA on taking care of your behavioral health during an infectious disease outbreak: https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Taking-Care-of-Your-Behavioral-Health-During-an-Infectious-Disease-Outbreak/sma14-4894
Reducing stigma related to COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/reducing-stigma.html
Apps: There are a number of useful and evidence-based apps available for free. The Health Psychologist Newsletter previously featured peer-recommended applications: https://societyforhealthpsychology.org/2017/10/25/peer-recommended-resources-relaxation-and-meditation-apps/
For Psychologists:
Articles from APA Journals Free https://www.apa.org/pubs/highlights/covid-19-articles
Empirical Support for Psychological Providers: Lancet Article on the psychological impact of quarantine and how to reduce it: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)30460-8/fulltext
Managing Behavioral Health Conditions:
Opioid guidelines during COVID19 outbreak: https://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment/statutes-regulations-guidelines/covid-19-guidance-otp
Handbook for behavioral health during disasters: https://store.samhsa.gov/product/TAP-34-Disaster-Planning-Handbook-for-Behavioral-Health-Treatment-Programs/SMA13-4779
Handout for managing behavioral health concerns during COVID19 outbreak: https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4894.pdf
Psychological first aid/resources: https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/psychological-first-aid/resources
Caregiving & Parenting:
General caregiving info: https://www.cdc.gov/aging/caregiving/index.htm
Caregiving with COVID-19 (Chinese & Spanish versions available): https://www.nctsn.org/resources/parent-caregiver-guide-to-helping-families-cope-with-the-coronavirus-disease-2019
Talking with children about infectious disease outbreak: https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Talking-With-Children-Tips-for-Caregivers-Parents-and-Teachers-During-Infectious-Disease-Outbreaks/PEP20-01-01-006
Managing Isolation: https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/social-distancing
Wellbeing for Healthcare Providers & Psychologists:
Headspace: a stress, meditation, relaxation & sleep app is free with NPI provider number https://www.headspace.com/health-covid-19
10 Percent Happier: is a stress/meditation/sleep app that is free to all healthcare providers with code HEALTHCARE (*APA does not endorse this application; this is intended to provide information about one of many evidence-based tools for provider wellbeing) https://www.tenpercent.com
Telehealth for Psychologists & Behavioral Health Providers:
APA general guidelines: https://www.apa.org/practice/guidelines/telepsychology
Best Practice Training: https://apa.content.online/catalog/product.xhtml?eid=15132
CMS (update as of 3/17/20): https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/medicare-telemedicine-health-care-provider-fact-sheet
National Register training TODAY: https://www.nationalregister.org/education-training/webinars/coronavirus-webinar/
Unintended consequences & solutions article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5171569/
For Supervisors, Students, & Training Directors:
APA training update: https://www.apaservices.org/practice/news/psychology-training-covid19?_ga=2.108047874.1205361766.1584415450-1364906149.1583425394
CoA update from APA: https://irp-cdn.multiscreensite.com/a14f9462/files/uploaded/COVID-19%20message%20from%20APA%20Office%20of%20Program%20Consultation%20and%20Accreditation%5B1%5D.pdf
APPIC FAQ: https://www.appic.org/News-Articles/ArtMID/1931/ArticleID/4/COVID-19-Information
APPIC Psychology Training & Education Joint Statement on COVID-19 https://www.appic.org/News-Articles/ArtMID/1931/ArticleID/5/Psychology-Training-And-Education-Joint-Statement-COVID-19
Advocating for Inclusion of Health Psychology in Patient Wellness:
Inclusion of psychological services in response to any emergency: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-in-emergencies