Do I Have Coronavirus or Is It In My Head?
Do I Have Coronavirus or Is It In My Head?

This is one in a series of articles aimed at helping people manage anxiety during this crisis.

The effects of the coronavirus seem to worsen by the hour — especially if you follow the news by the hour.

If you've sensed your anxiety growing as your time at home, and time spent consuming news has grown, there is a correlation.

"Turn off the media.

Stop watching," said E.

Alison Holman, an associate professor at the University of California, Irvine's Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing.

"This is my research.

Media exposure will heighten your anxiety."