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[ ]the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) states that health care providers who are responding to the outbreak are among those \'who may respond more strongly to the stress of the crisis According to the CPA, physical signs and symptoms of stress can include: * Changes in sleeping patterns or trouble falling asleep * Changes in eating patterns * Increased use of alcohol, tobacco or other substances2 Stress can also change the way we think and feel When you find your thinking is becoming overly negative, recognize what is difficult about the situation and remind yourself that you have managed to cope in the past 11 Take care of your body Getting outside and moving your body, especially when you don\'t want to, can help control feelings of anxiety and depression 12 If you feel anxious, go outside for a walk, sit on your patio and observe nature, or take up a short yoga or exercise routine 13 Notice how you feel afterwards and make the activities with the most positive response a habit
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