Long COVID can change the hormonal balance in your brain in a that causes anxiety, depression, and even suicidal thoughts. This is due to post COVID neural (brain) inflammation. You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone. There is treatment and support available to help you through this illness.
The new '988' line, similar to '911,' offers 24/7 confidential access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress, including:
Thoughts of suicide
Mental health or substance use crisis
Any other kind of emotion distress
People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
Visit https://988lifeline.org for more information.