Halloween and Ideas for Mental Health Self-Care

In Australia, Halloween is now recognised as a festive time of year for people who rejoice in ghouls, ghosts, and spooky things. But for those who suffer from mental disorders—such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD, Halloween can be particularly triggering.

Halloween Self-Care Ideas

That’s because the Halloween season can trigger a fight or flight response, as well as flashbacks and moderate mental distress among people diagnosed with mental afflictions. Moreover, even individuals who suffer from mild anxiety disorders can become overstimulated around Halloween. 

There are some great Halloween-themed self-care ideas, including creating coping mechanisms in case you become triggered. Coping skills can involve building a support system you can reach out to in a crisis. One way is to find a supportive community during Halloween is to join a group that deals with a similar situation, which could mean finding an online support group or locating a group that meets in person.

In ANY scenario, making a list of people you trust and maintaining a strong support network can be among your best tools for combating mental discomfort throughout this time.

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