"Locals consistently made reports of increased stress, anxiety and hardship that affected peoples' mental health," the church said. "Existing mental health issues were amplified by job losses, social isolation, lack of income and other social challenges that came with the lockdowns, highlighting the lack of mental health services. Locals in the three areas also pointed to specific mental health issues for children and youth emerging from Covid-19." "For the people who have social issues, just basic mental health or drug and addiction, there is definitely a bigger need for more social services." My mental health is on the line.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 16, 2020 20:48 UTC