The U.S. is entering the worst of the pandemic. For many, pandemic fatigue set in months ago. Others are struggling anew with cases spiking dramatically almost everywhere in the country.

Psychotherapist Gina Moffa and NPR’s Linda Holmes answer listener questions about mental health, processing the news, and keeping ourselves occupied.

Linda hosts NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

In participating regions, you’ll also hear a local news segment that will help you make sense of what’s going on in your community.

Email us at considerthis@npr.org.