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— by Cathy Berman, NP, LMFT Yes, I was one of those in Trader Joe’s on a recent Friday night, (pre-lockdown), teetering on the tightrope between “panic/load up your cart,” “breathe,” and “will I ever use all of these packets of dal?!” Emotional contagion is...

... elderly, we all need to allow for this natural range of responses in each other to the rapid change and uncertainty and to find solace in knowing we are all in this together. Whenever possible, offer and seek out support and connection. n Cathy Berman is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in women’s mental health at the Rock- ridge Wellness Center. Contact (510) 798-6570; www.cathybermanmft.com. and then engaging in our daily respon- sibilities, as well as all of those ...