The news and social media posts from Ukraine and neighboring countries have many people feeling distressed, even from thousands of miles away. This is especially true for individuals with a personal or ancestral connection to Ukraine or other nearby countries or conflict zones where refugees have fled their homes. No matter your heritage or age, the new Ukraine-related stress comes as our nation continues to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Two experts from Michigan Medicine, psychiatrist Michelle Riba, M.D., M.S., and internal medicine physician Michele Heisler, M.D., M.P.A., – offer some tips and advice.
