You’re not alone if your mood or energy feels off sometimes, millions of people experience these fluctuations. How do you know when it may be time to seek support? When emotional health goes unaddressed, it can affect your emotional and physical health, such as sleep, motivation and the ability to manage other health conditions.

Check in with yourself. Are you:

• Feeling down or low for several days? 
• Losing interest in activities you usually enjoy?
• Noticing changes in sleep or energy levels?
• Feeling overwhelmed or stressed?

If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, reaching out to your provider can help you get the support you deserve. Need help finding a provider? Connect with a health navigator at (877) 701-0788 (TTY: 711).

Getting started can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. MyAdvocate Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) plan is here to support you every step of the way.

Helpful practices you can start today to support your emotional health:

• Schedule an appointment with a trusted provider
• Check something off your to-do list (fold your laundry, sort your mail, go to the grocery store)
• Write down how you’re feeling - the good and the bad
• Go for a walk outside or do some light stretches
• Call or text a friend or family member
• Do something that brings you joy

It may be time to reach out to your primary care provider. They can assess your needs and connect you with the right support, resources or treatment options. Your MyAdvocate Medicare Advantage plan includes certain mental health services, review your plan documents for coverage details.

Mental and physical health are closely connected. As one improves, the other often does too. Need help finding a provider? Connect with a health navigator at (877) 701-0788 (TTY: 711).

Last updated on: 5.19.26 at 1:00 PM