Mark Hirschhorn is an established executive who serves as president and chief financial officer of Talkspace, a next-generation online platform that connects clients with licensed and trained therapists. Mark Hirschhorn has a strong personal interest in behavioral health services, an area in which Talkspace has emerged as a dynamic leader.
A recent Talkspace blog post brought focus to ways of reconnecting in-person with friends during a time of COVID-19 while remaining safe. As in-person interactions carry a degree of risk, the WHO and CDC websites provide good general advice for minimizing any chance of exposure to COVID-19. Some advice includes wearing personal protective equipment and maintaining appropriate distances from others. Additionally, one ideal approach when planning a social visit at a friend’s home is to discuss boundaries ahead of time.
All parties involved should discuss specifics such as whether to sit outside or inside, whether they should wear masks even when spaced apart, and whether the host’s bathroom will be accessible to guests. The reward of such in-depth planning is that social interactions, which increase mental health, will be as comfortable for all participants as possible. If an agreement cannot be reached, it may be best to wait a bit longer until meeting up.
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