![]() For example, meditation might help one day but connecting with family online might work better another,' Firth detailed, continuing, 'Be self aware about your mood and "tune in'"accordingly.' 'The aim is to vary not only the solution to cabin fever, but vary the solution to the emotions you're feeling too. Though keep in mind, when you find an activity that relieves a certain emotion, it may not work at another time, or in response to another negative emotion, so repeatedly checking in on yourself and varying your behaviours is recommended. Looking for ways to have fun is part of the answer and there are plenty of helpful videos online from making crafts to baking.' Making your own entertainment from designing a quiz, to having dinner online with others in their homes at the same time, to even reading to each other, like a book club, can be fun. 'Not relying on the TV for entertainment is a good idea sometimes. ' Rearranging furniture gives you a change and that can be helpful especially if it creates more space to work, rest or workout.' ![]() Doing so introduces great "feel good" chemicals that lift you for a few hours,' Firth recommends. 'We can still get outside, to run, walk or cycle. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to combat cabin fever, namely finding healthy ways to gain some control, connect with people and ideas, and feel productive. Photo credit: Nyla Sammons - Getty Images How can I combat cabin fever? When feelings of sadness or hopelessness lead to depression or severe anxiety, that's how you know someone is truly suffering.' ![]() Having an 'off' day which anyone can have, isn't the same. 'Mental health becomes an issue when the sufferer can't find a way to relieve the symptoms sufficiently to feel better. Though, it's worth noting, if these feelings persist, you may have a more serious mental health issue on your hands, in which case, you should seek professional help. So, if you're experiencing any of those feelings, then you may well be suffering from cabin fever. 'Symptoms of feeling stir crazy, or cabin fever, include lethargy, irritability, frustration, impatience, fear, anger and food cravings in an attempt to cure the boredom.' 'Cabin fever refers to the very real experience of claustrophobia when a person is forced into staying in one place,' Firth told ELLE UK. While cabin fever is not a psychological disorder, it's common parlance for the feeling associated with being stuck inside or in the same place for a long time. Photo credit: SammyVision - Getty Images What is cabin fever and how do I know I'm suffering from it?
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