Self-Isolating With Roommates? Here Are a Few Expert Tips on How to Cope

Let's not beat around the bush: we're living in uncertain times and that can be emotionally tough. Regardless of whether you and your housemates are BFFs or near strangers, you need to band together and support one another right now.

"As disorienting as coronavirus is towards everyone's regular lives, the fact is that everyone is going through it together. Since we are all in this strange time in history together, [we] are all affected in one way or another," said Dr. Jones.

"This means that we can support and encourage each other. Even if you are typically not close to your roommate, you are sympathetic to their situation. Motivate and encourage each other, and always find things to laugh about!"