COVID-19 Effect on Mental Health

INDIAN JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH AND NEUROSCIENCES

The march of the COVID 19 Pandemic has been relentless and India reported its first case on 27th January, 2020 from Kerala. On 24th march, 2020, India announced its first lockdown for prevention of the spread of corona virus. When the first panic button was pressed, there was initially, disbelief and denial. But as the writing on the wall became loud and clear, our populous nation has gone in a downward spiral. We even witnessed one of the largest exoduses in recent times, with thousands of migrant workers, walking back to their villages and homes.

Indian Journal of Health and Well-being, 2020

Having affected more than 10 million individuals globally, novel Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) has imparted detrimental effects on all walks of life, including mental health. India, for the first time in its history, has witnessed more than 75 day of being under lockdown to keep hold of this pandemic, which is increasing by the rate of >25,000 cases per day. There has been critical impact of this on psychological well-being of general population due to heightened fear, isolation and information overload. This review article summarizes the interplay of COVID-19 and these factors and how it has affected mental health of special groups of Indian population those under lockdown, women, elderly, internal migrants, youth and those dealing with psychiatric illnesses.

Dopati Rajitha and Gugulothu Rajeshwar. Kakatiya University, Warangal and Department of Psychology, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India, 2020

Covid-19 has caused significant distress around the globe. Apart from the evident physical symptoms in infected cases, it has caused serious damage to public mental health. India, like other countries, implemented a nationwide lockdown to contain and curb the transmission of the virus. The aim of the article is to explore the impact of this unprecedented environment on mental health of individuals and communities in its current magnitude. It will discuss at length some emerging concepts of the causal pathways of mental distress/disorders and suggest strategies to prevent and promote mental health in individuals during this crisis. For the general population at large, the mental health effects of COVID-19 are as important to address as are the physical health effects. Further, in the current study, it is evident that depression was not reported for teachers and employees working in the corporate sector. Perhaps, for these professionals their security and financial stability helps them cognitively counter the adverse effects of the lockdown. On the contrary, for researchers and health professionals, depression was reportedly mild, indicative of the mental health ramifcations due to the rapid spread of the coronavirus. Despite the current situation, stress, anxiety, and depression were found to be in normal ranges for mental health professionals highlighting their capabilities to remain normal in times of distress. Policymakers and other authorities may take the assistance of mental health professionals to help overcome psychological issues related to Covid-19. Key words: Mental health, COVID-19, psychosocial stress, lockdown, Depression, Anxiety, Stress

International Journal of Social Psychiatry

Introduction: Mental health concerns and treatment usually take a backseat when the limited resources are geared for pandemic containment. In this global humanitarian crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health issues have been reported from all over the world. Objectives: In this study, we attempt to review the prevailing mental health issues during the COVID-19 pandemic through global experiences, and reactive strategies established in mental health care with special reference to the Indian context. By performing a rapid synthesis of available evidence, we aim to propose a conceptual and recommendation framework for mental health issues during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A search of the PubMed electronic database and google scholar were undertaken using the search terms ‘novel coronavirus’, ‘COVID-19’, ‘nCoV’, SARS-CoV-2, ‘mental health’, ‘psychiatry’, ‘psychology’, ‘anxiety’, ‘depression’ and ‘stress’ in various permutations and combinations. Published journals, magazines ...

Psychiatria Danubina, 2020

The increase in organisms transference and infectious pandemics across the globe have been accelerated by an increase in travel, international exchange and global changes in earth's climate. COVID-19, a virus caused by the novel coronavirus that was initially identified on December 2019, in Wuhan city of China is currently affecting 146 territories, states and countries raising distress, panic and increasing anxiety in individuals exposed to the (actual or supposed) peril of the virus across the globe. Fundamentally, these concerns ascend with all infections, including those of flu and other agents, and the same worldwide safeguards are compulsory and suggested for protection and the prevention of further diffusion. However, media has underlined COVID-19 as rather an exclusive threat, which has added to panic and stress in masses which can lead to several mental health issues like anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder which should be contained immediately in its initial phases.

2020

Coronavirus, also named COVID 19 by WHO (World Health Organization) is a pandemic disease which spread from the city of Wuhan in late November 2019. It’s a highly contagious virus and can spread from one individual to another through suspended droplets and can be contracted through the mouth, nose and eyes. At present the virus has spread to almost all regions of the world and bought the world to a standstill. The psychosocial consequences from the fallout of the pandemic, like depression, anxiety, stress, loneliness, financial loss, rise in domestic violence are a cause of worry, especially those working in the mental health community. Various measures can be adopted to prevent the spread of the virus, such as social distancing, exercising and using indigenous medicine and staying connected through phone to prevent a feeling of loneliness and depression. In conclusion, one should not worry excessively or get panicky and instead follow the guidelines laid down by the government and ...

Journal of Health Management, 2020

The first-ever global outbreak of COVID-19 has been intensely impacting humanity and continues to affect all segments of the population since its origin While dealing with such public health emergencies, the past experiences have testified generalised public fear and anxieties due to uncertainty, fatality, and lack of public health preparedness. The aim of the article is to explore the impact of this unprecedented environment on mental health of individuals and communities in its current magnitude. It will discuss at length some emerging concepts of the causal pathways of mental distress/disorders and suggest strategies to prevent and promote mental health in individuals during this crisis. For the general population at large, the mental health effects of COVID-19 are as important to address as are the physical health effects.

2020

The world and Indonesia experienced a corona virus outbreak or COVID-19. COVID-19 affects mental health not only in China where the virus was first discovered but also throughout the world including Indonesia. Indonesia has a high mortality rate due to COVID-19 in Southeast Asian countries. The purpose of this article is to identify mental health due to COVID-19. Results Impact on mental health include, stress, anxiety, fear, consequences of severe illness and transmission, loneliness, rejection, anxiety due to uncertainty about their health status, insomnia, obsessive-compulsive symptoms., Risk of suicide, risk of depression, risk of depression, emotional disturbances, loneliness, alcohol use, self-injury, panic, avoidance and fear of meeting others, fear of death (Thanatophobia), fear of isolation, psychosomatic and stigmatization.

FITKES UNJANI, 2023

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