Published on 12, July, 2020
I’m anxious about the masks being compulsory to wear in shops. I know their is exemptions and I was given a laminated card from my care team. I’m anxious about being stopped though and potentially questioned as I’m not very good in social situations. What if they don’t allow me entry even after seeing the card? I can’t bear the feeling of wearing something on my face. I’ve never wear hoods or hats either because I just don’t like how it feels. It irritates me and makes me feel very uncomfortable. I don’t like it when I can’t see people’s face either as it’s already difficult reading people and guessing their intentions without their face being covered on top of that.
Does anybody relate? Any advice?
Thanks.
I had covid in march, I'm still struggling with my lungs and have hospital tests. No underlying health issues etc. I struggle daily to walk even just up the stairs at the moment. I'm also scared of catching it again as I couldnt cope with my lungs still recovering. So even though I still wheeze daily and gasp for air, I'm glad for my mask. I also rarely go out and I'm worried even to go to the hospital. So personally I'll wear it, but others can do as they please thats not my concern
Sorry to hear you are struggling with the virus. I’ve had 2 Covid tests when i was in psychiatric hospital so I know I’m negative and always try social distance and wash my hands frequently. I would imagine the mask would make your breathing worse. Hope you feel better soon. If I ever did catch it I would stay indoors and isolate so I wouldn’t spread it.