MENTAL HEALTH

As the coronavirus pandemic rapidly sweeps across the world, it is inducing a considerable degree of fear, worry and concern in the population at large and among certain groups in particular, such as older adults, care providers and people with underlying health conditions. In public mental health terms, the main psychological impact to date is elevated rates of stress or anxiety. But as new measures and impacts are introduced – especially quarantine and its effects on many people’s usual activities, routines or livelihoods – levels of loneliness, depression, harmful alcohol and drug use, and self-harm or suicidal behaviour are also rised..

PSYCOLOGICAL PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH COIVD-19 :

“THINK POSITIVE STAY POSITIVE!!”

People suffer from depression characterized by low mood, tiredness, pessimism, poor sleep, and appetite, feeling helpless, guilty, and hopeless, with a gradual reduction in work output. Older people are more vulnerable, and special care must be taken for them.

PSYCHOTHERAPY

Several psychotherapy interventions have been known to be effective during a pandemic situation. The interventions include those based on techniques of relaxation, managing thoughts and feelings, and mindfulness. These methods could help reducing negative and catastrophic thoughts about the future, reducing distress level and hyperarousal, and other beneficial effect.

COPING WITH COVID-19

" WHAT WE ACHIEVE INWARDLY WILL CHANGE OUTER REALITY."

• After loosing someone we care about

• While loved one found out Covid positive

• While person is home isolating

# Take proper care of your body and mind to manage anxiety and stress. # Give yourself time and unplug from daily stressors. # Seek support from family and friends and reach out for help. # Maintain a consistent sleep wake cycle and engage in constructive hobby or activity. # Engage in deep breathing exercises. # Avoid excessive fake/negative news. ​