ABSTRACT
Working in television news is exciting and rewarding. It can also be demanding in many ways. People working in high-stress careers like broadcast journalism may neglect the essential act of self-care. Self-care is an essential but often neglected consideration for journalists. To prepare for a career in broadcast journalism, readers must be aware of the importance of their emotional and mental health, be able to recognize the warning signs of potential problems in themselves and others, and identify some resources that can help if they or co-workers need assistance. In early 2020, the world changed remarkably as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Millions of people were quarantined at home, cut off from friends, loved ones, resources, work, and school. Journalists were forced to completely change the way they gathered and reported news.
