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Topic: Mental Health and Personal Impact
February 26, 2020
A Novel Approach of Consultation on 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)-Related Psychological and Mental Problems: Structured Letter Therapy
The author describes the difficulties of accessing timely psychological intervention during the COVID-19 outbreak, particularly when patients are under quarantine. He suggests a potential method to address this issue via what is described as “Structured Letter Therapy”. The author emphasizes that this method is meant for brief consultation only, and is not an appropriate modality…
Mental health status and coping strategy of medical workers in China during The COVID-19 outbreak
In a study of 5,393 healthcare workers from all provinces in China (excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan), conducted between Feb 9-15, 2020, participants self-reported on symptoms of depression, anxiety, and insomnia using scales validated for Chinese populations and on perceived social support. Insomnia was the most common symptom (34.3% of respondents) followed by depression (28%)…
Mental Health Care Measures in Response to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus Outbreak in Korea
Mental health professionals from the National Mental Health Center in Korea have been deployed to offer counseling to hundreds of individuals under quarantine. National hospitals and community mental health centers are also providing services. Accurate information on common emotional responses to infectious disease outbreaks, recommendations for evaluation, and advice on coping strategies have been distributed…
February 24, 2020
Coronaphobia: Fear and the 2019-nCoV outbreak
The authors hypothesize that psychological vulnerability to anxiety about COVID-19 may play a role in public anxiety about the outbreak. They also call out xenophobia and intolerance of uncertainty as possible factors and express concern about how healthcare systems will handle “worried well”. Asmundson and Taylor (March, 2020). Coronaphobia: Fear and the 2019-nCoV outbreak. Journal…
COVID-19 in Wuhan: Immediate Psychological Impact on 5062 Health Workers
Over 5000 healthcare workers were surveyed in Wuhan to assess level and severity of psychological issues associated COVID-19 outbreak response. The authors also assessed the effects of psychological protective measures for healthcare workers at a government-identified “specific hospital” for the treatment of COVID-19. Depression, anxiety, and stress varied by sociodemographic characteristics. Nurses and technicians also…
Generalized anxiety disorder, depressive symptoms and sleep quality during COVID-19 epidemic in China: a web-based cross-sectional survey
603 Chinese individuals of various professions were surveyed about anxiety, depression, insomnia, and knowledge of COVID-19. Depressive and anxious symptoms were reported significantly more in younger respondents <35. Anxiety was greatest among those reporting reading or focusing on COVID-10 for 3+ hours daily. Poorest sleep was reported among healthcare providers, likely linked to general exhaustion, job-related…
February 21, 2020
Psychological responses, behavioral changes and public perceptions during the early phase of the COVID-19 outbreak in China: a population based cross-sectional survey
510 persons from Wuhan and 501 persons from Shanghai completed phone interviews asking about symptoms of anxiety and also changes in behaviors related to COVID-19, such as increased hand washing, use of masks, and avoidance of going out. Citizens near the epicenter (Wuhan) reported significantly greater symptoms of moderate to severe anxiety than those…
February 20, 2020
Mental health care for medical staff in China during the COVID-19 outbreak
Mental health services for healthcare workers were quickly established for 5 large healthcare organizations in China. These included psychologist teams and online support. However, medical staff refused to participate in the psychological resources offered, explaining that they did not meet their actual needs. These included feeling more exhausted than worried, not wanting families to worry,…
Mental health services for older adults in China during the COVID-19 outbreak
Yang et al. describe the critical support needs for 30 million citizens in China who are older than 80, and the 40 million citizens who have long-term disabilities. Both of these criteria are related to much higher COVID-19 morbidity and mortality, which worsens the mental health issues already common in this population. Online mental health…
Online mental health services in China during the COVID-19 outbreak
Health care providers and the National Health Commission of China have noted increased stress among providers and the public due to COVID-19. Early in the outbreak, China began publishing guidelines for crisis interventions. In contrast to the SARS outbreak, current resources include smartphones and online interventions such as chat groups. A Feb 2020 survey reveals…
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