TODAY, (Monday, July 19) has been, dubbed “Freedom Day” when many of the Covid-19 restrictions are lifted and it is no longer compulsory to wear masks or socially distance.

But for many people, regardless of their age, the prospect of it fills them with dread. Fear that they might catch coronavirus when they’re out of the house, or fear quite simply because we’ve all become used to our personal space and are quite comfortable with it.

It’s difficult to put your finger on it, especially when anxiety can manifest itself in different ways such as irritability, lack of sleep, tearfulness, as well as physical symptoms like stomach problems and headaches. 

But it’s a real thing - plenty of people are worried and anxious about the rules changes.

For helpful advice about managing your feelings about lockdown easing visit MIND at : www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus/managing-feelings-about-lockdown-easing/ .