He said that, as an introvert, it's been OK to be isolated, but acknowledged that mental health has been a struggle. Physical illness can heighten or create mental health issues, says psychiatristDr. Huma Aftab is a consultation liaison and psychiatrist, and a professor at the University of Saskatchewan. Aftab said a person's mental reaction to facing an illness depends on factors including their personality type, coping style, support system and pre-existing mental health conditions. Aftab said that someone's mental health may be considered worrisome if everyday activities are affected. In those cases, she said a mental health professional should be screening and monitoring them.

Source: CBC News July 30, 2020 18:33 UTC