Question: What are some coping strategies seniors can use to deal with the loss of a loved one?

Answer passage (source: WHO):
page_title: Q&A: Adolescents, youth and COVID-19
section_headers: I am feeling really anxious about COVID-19 and its impact on my life. What should I do?
section_content: In situations like a pandemic it is very normal to feel anxious and powerless,
and that is ok. Here are a few suggestions on things that could help you
proactively manage your anxiety:  
Think about how you are feeling. Don’t ignore your feelings, especially if
you don’t feel well. When your life is disrupted, it is normal to have many
different feelings: worry, frustration, sad, stress, anger, anxiety - this can
happen to everyone. Draw on skills and strategies you have used in the past
that have helped you to manage life challenges, and skills to help you manage
your emotions. Here are a few examples:

Keep a diary 
Express your feelings through art, like writing a poem, drawing, dancing, or playing music 
Talk about your feelings and concerns with someone you trust 
Try some breathing exercises. You may find guided breathing exercises online if you have access to internet. 

Do something active every day : Any exercise will help, as it reduces
levels of the body's stress hormones, which can help your body and mind relax.
Exercise also produces a “feel good hormone” called endorphins which can help
to improve your mood. Try taking a walk, running, or any physical activity
outdoors while keeping a distance from others. For those who are unable to
leave the house, you could open the window for fresh air and do some indoor
exercises to stay active.  
Don’t use smoking, eating, alcohol or other drugs to deal with your
emotions.
Stay connected with friends and family either by communicating with them
by phone or internet if you can., If you live close to them and the local
rules allow you to, you could also talk to them in person while keeping your
distance.
Keep a daily routine as much as possible. Try to go to bed and wake up at
the same times every day, making sure you get enough sleep. Plan ahead and try
to have a balance of activities such as keeping up with schoolwork, physical
exercise, connecting with friends and family, doing things you enjoy, and
eating regular meals.  
Talk to a health worker or counsellor if you, or someone you care about:

feel overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, fears and worries 
feel like stress gets in the way of your daily routines, or
feel like you want to harm yourself or others. 

At this time, you may find it easier to speak to a counsellor than a health
worker, given that there may be restrictions on movement and health facilities
may be busy caring for those with COVID-19.
Read more:
https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/coping-with-
stress.pdf 
https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/helping-children-cope-
with-stress-print.pdf 
https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/mental-health-
considerations.pdf 
https://www.un.org/youthenvoy/2020/04/copingwithcovid-a-webinar-series-on-
young-people-and-mental-health/ 
https://www.voicesofyouth.org/campaign/covid-19-and-youth-mental-health

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer only discusses general stress from COVID-19, not the loss of a loved one.
This information is irrelevant to the question. The question is asking about coping strategies for seniors to deal with the loss of a loved one. However, the answer provides information on how to deal with anxiety during the pandemic.

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Answer passage (source: WHO):
page_title: Q&A: Older people and COVID-19
section_headers: I have recently lost someone I care about. What advice do you have to help me cope?
section_content: Losing someone close to you is always hard, whatever the cause. During these
extraordinary circumstances, when your usual routine may be disrupted and when
funerals may not be permitted, it may be even harder. Following this advice
may help.  


Do not criticise yourself for how you feel. When you lose a family member or friend to COVID-19, you may experience a range of emotions. You may also have difficulty sleeping or low levels of energy. All these feelings are normal and there is no right or wrong way to feel grief. 


Allow yourself time to process your emotions in response to your loss. You may think that the sadness and pain that you feel will never go away, but in most cases, these feelings lessen over time. 


Talk regularly with people that you trust about your feelings.




Keep to your routines as much as you feel able and try to focus on activities that bring you joy.



Seek advice and comfort from people that you trust __ (e.g. religious/faith leaders, mental health workers or other trusted members of your community) while maintaining physical distance (e.g. attending virtual mass) . ****



Think of alternative ways to say goodbye to the person who passed away __ such as writing a letter or dedicating a drawing to your loved one. These are small actions that can help you cope with grief and loss, particularly in situations where funeral services are not permitted


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This is a direct answer to the question. The answer provides information and recommendation that may help people to cope with losing a loved one or someone close during the Covid-19 pandemic.
This is a thorough and helpful amount of data and information that relates to the question.

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Answer passage (source: WHO):
page_title: Q&A: Adolescents, youth and COVID-19
section_headers: What should I do if someone in my family gets really ill with COVID-19?
section_content: Seek medical care, if members of your family get seriously ill. If possible,
either you or an adult should phone the local or national COVID-19 emergency
number for advice on where and how you could get care. If your family member
is confirmed as having COVID-19, you must be prepared that you and other known
contacts will need to monitor your symptoms, and continue to self-quarantine
for 14 days, even if you feel healthy.
Read more:
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-
public

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer is irrelevant to the question. This answer contains information on what people should do if their family members is seriously ill or confirmed to have Covid-19 and the question is asking for coping strategies for seniors to deal with the loss of a loved one.
This is general advice for those who may come down with COVID-19, and does not answer the question.

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