scholarly journals Impact of Psychological Behaviour and Social effects of COVID-19 Lockdown

2021 ◽  
pp. 181-187
Author(s):  
Yash Abhinav Bhaskarwar
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Social Effects ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Difficult Situation ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Mental Problems ◽  
The World ◽  
The Many ◽  
Everyday Problems

The world is facing a difficult situation, which is a pandemic caused by the Novel Corona virus, which first appeared in China's Wuhan Province in December 2019. One of the main problems in this difficult and crucial situation is coping with pregnant women all over the world. The COVID-19 pandemic is wreaking havoc on society in a variety of ways, the most serious of which is mental health. This outbreak began as a result of a laboratory accident in Wuhan, China. People are suffering from mental problems as a result of disruptions in many aspects of society, the most critical of which is "socializing." The government's sudden decision to put the country on lockdown has caused significant social rifts. Their psychosocial thinking is directly impacted by this social distancing. People have begun to overthink everyday problems that have not been fully addressed as a result of the lockdown. The many issues associated with this quarantine have now been illustrated as a result of the rise in time and alienation from society.

scholarly journals Capability, Opportunity and Motivation of pregnant women to enact social distancing behaviour in the Covid-19 pandemic in the UK: A qualitative interview study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Anderson ◽  
Amberly Brigden ◽  
Anna Davies ◽  
Emily Shepherd ◽  
Jenny Ingram
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Framework Analysis ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Mental Health Effects

Abstract Background Covid-19 triggered the rapid roll-out of mass social distancing behavioural measures for infection control. Pregnant women were categorised as ‘at risk’ requiring extra vigilance with behavioural guidelines. Their understanding and ability to adhere to recommendations was unknown.Objectives To complete a behavioural analysis of the determinants of recommended social distancing behaviour in pregnant women, according to the ‘capability, opportunity, motivation and behaviour’ (‘COM-B’) model to inform the development of recommendations/materials to support pregnant women in understanding and adhering to behavioural guidelines.Design Qualitative interview study with pregnant women in the Bristol area (UK).Methods Semi-structured telephone/videoconference interviews were conducted following a topic guide informed by the COM-B model, transcribed verbatim and subjected to framework analysis. Infographic materials were iteratively produced with stakeholder consultation, to support pregnant women’s behaviour.Results Thirty-one women participated (selected for demographic range). Women reported adhering to social distancing recommendations and intended to continue. COM-B analysis identified gaps in understanding around risk, vulnerability, and the extent of required social distancing, as well as facilitators of social distancing behaviour (e.g. social support, motivation to stay safe, home environment/resources). Additional themes around detrimental mental health effects and changes to maternity healthcare from the social distancing measures were identified. Infographic resources (plus midwife report) addressing women’s key concerns were produced and disseminated.Conclusions The COM-B model provided useful details of determinants of pregnant women’s adherence to social distancing behaviours. The confusion of what being ‘at risk’ meant and varying interpretation of what was expected indicates a need for greater clarity around categories and guidance. The loss of maternity care and negative mental health effects of social distancing suggests a growing area of unmet health needs to be addressed in future.

scholarly journals The Mental Health of School-Going Children During Existing Lockdown Situation Due to COVID-19 Pandemic in Bangladesh

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Anwar Hossain ◽  
Sanjida Rahman ◽  
Md Rezaul Karim
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Family Members ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Additional Time ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

During this epidemic of COVID-19, children are in need of much concentration and profound love of the senior family members. Although the measures taken by the organizations are necessary to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, they may be causing widespread mental health issues, including depression and loneliness. Therefore, it is imperative that parents have to spend the lion-share of time with children while listening to them cordially. Parents can participate in sports with them to help them stay fit so that they can enjoy commemorating moments. However, in this additional time, the parents can also make them habituated to practice the rules of health, so does social distancing.

Covid-19 and Older Adults: The Paradox of Control Measures

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 303-305
Author(s):  
Anthony Obinna Iwuagwu ◽  
Christopher Ndubuisi Ngwu
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Face Mask ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Main Challenge ◽  
The World

It is no longer news that Covid-19 pandemic has become a major public health issue around the world and affected day to day activities of public life. Medical experts around the world were overwhelmed by the Covid-19 virus outbreak and for a long time were unable to provide a vaccine or any pharmaceutical treatment. Countries were therefore forced to adopt unprecedented Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures to mitigate the spread and impact of the virus. These measures which are non-pharmacological includes, social distancing, social isolation, lockdown, constant washing of hands, wearing of face mask and protective gloves etc. However, these measures aimed at protecting the health care systems, have had some side effects on the health and well-being of older adults. In this letter, we have highlighted social distancing as the main challenge and a paradox for older peoples wellbeing during the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak. The merits of the IPC measures notwithstanding, its long and short term consequences for the mental health of older adults calls for concern. Among other recommendations, professionals of ageing and geriatrics are recommended to help set a balance in IPC measures and mental health of older people in this Covid-19 era.

Community Mental Health: Description of the Patients Concerning the Uls Guarda Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health Area

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (S1) ◽  
pp. S452-S452
Author(s):  
J. Nunes ◽  
J. Feliz ◽  
D. Brigadeiro ◽  
T. Ventura Gil ◽  
A.F. Teixeita ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Community Mental Health ◽  
Hospital Admissions ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
World Health ◽  
Mental Health Team ◽  
Mental Problems ◽  
The World ◽  
Competing Interest ◽  
Health Organization

The World Health Organization (WHO, 2004) stresses the importance of home patient visiting as an answer to the epidemiologic, demographic, social and economic challenges that the world is facing.The severe psychiatric patients are a risk group and often need domicile consultation and visiting. The domicile consultation approach favors the clinical, social and familiar support as well as promotes the integration and the recovering of the patients with mental problems, preventing the relapses and the hospital admissions of these patients.This study, of descriptive nature, is based on the observation and consultation of 287 clinical processes of patients inserted in the domicile consultation program designed by the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health of Sousa Martins Hospital, ULS Guarda, which covers the 7th biggest district in Portugal (in a universe of 18), between July and September 2015.The main goal of this study is to characterize and analyze the profile of the population, which is followed by the community mental health team of our Department, namely, the socio-demographic and clinic features, in order to improve the assistance practice in the future.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

scholarly journals Mental Health of School-Going Children during Existing Lockdown Situation Due to COVID-19 Pandemic in Bangladesh

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-37
Author(s):  
Muhammad Anwar Hossain ◽  
Sanjida Rahman ◽  
Md Rezaul Karim
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Infectious Diseases ◽  
Family Members ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Additional Time ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

During this epidemic of COVID-19, children are in need of much concentration and profound love of the senior family members. Although the measures taken by the organizations are necessary to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, they may be causing widespread mental health issues, including depression and loneliness. Therefore, it is imperative that parents have to spend the lion-share of time with children while listening to them cordially. Parents can participate in sports with them to help them stay fit so that they can enjoy commemorating moments. However, in this additional time, the parents can also make them habituated to practice the rules of health, so does social distancing. Bangladesh Journal of Infectious Diseases 2020;7(1):33-37

scholarly journals Pregnant women’s experiences of social distancing behavioural guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic ‘lockdown’ in the UK, a qualitative interview study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Anderson ◽  
Amberly Brigden ◽  
Anna Davies ◽  
Emily Shepherd ◽  
Jenny Ingram
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Framework Analysis ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Mental Health Effects

Abstract Background Covid-19 triggered the rapid roll-out of mass social distancing behavioural measures for infection control. Pregnant women were categorised as ‘at risk’ requiring extra vigilance with behavioural guidelines. Their understanding and ability to adhere to recommendations was unknown. Objectives To complete a behavioural analysis of the determinants of recommended social distancing behaviour in pregnant women, according to the ‘capability, opportunity, motivation and behaviour’ (‘COM-B’) model to inform the development of recommendations/materials to support pregnant women in understanding and adhering to behavioural guidelines. Design Qualitative interview study with pregnant women in the Bristol area (UK). Methods Semi-structured telephone/videoconference interviews were conducted following a topic guide informed by the COM-B model, transcribed verbatim and subjected to framework analysis. Infographic materials were iteratively produced with stakeholder consultation, to support pregnant women. Results Thirty-one women participated (selected for demographic range). Women reported adhering to social distancing recommendations and intended to continue. COM-B analysis identified gaps in understanding around risk, vulnerability, and the extent of required social distancing, as well as facilitators of social distancing behaviour (e.g. social support, motivation to stay safe, home environment/resources). Additional themes around detrimental mental health effects and changes to maternity healthcare from the social distancing measures were identified. Infographic resources (plus midwife report) addressing women’s key concerns were produced and disseminated. Conclusions The COM-B model provided useful details of determinants of pregnant women’s adherence to social distancing behaviours. The confusion of what being ‘at risk’ meant and varying interpretation of what was expected indicates a need for greater clarity around categories and guidance. The loss of maternity care and negative mental health effects of social distancing suggest a growing area of unmet health needs to be addressed in future.

scholarly journals Corona Outbreak: Mental Health Implications of Lockdown and Quarantine due to Coronavirus spread

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 139-143
Author(s):  
Nitin Sharma ◽  
Liza Gupta ◽  
Vikas Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Medical Problems ◽  
Frontline Staff ◽  
The Public ◽  
Phone Calls ◽  
Mental Problems ◽  
The World

Life, as all know, is not the same as before as coronavirus.This deadly disease has affected everything around the world. This pandemic is not only affecting people with pre-medical problems, but is also affecting healthy people. Mental health is an important asset which should be considered equally to physical health.Coronavirus has a significant impact on people's well-being and mental health. The shutdown and quarantine due to coronavirus has triggered worldwide terror, anxiety and depression. Loneliness, isolation and self-destructive behavior due to lack of support by close ones, increase in unemployment, low economy and many financial problems are specific reasons due to which mental problems are prevailing. Medical professionals around the world are involved in helping all the patients affected. Number of hospitals where insufficient facilities are available to resist the virus are at enormous mental stress. Many of the frontline staff who adhere to the government's directives and policies often suffer from emotional fatigue, while the public opposes certain laws. Besides all the ups and downs due to Coronavirus one must stand strong and cope with all the difficulties and fight this outbreak.Connecting with friends and loved ones, whether using high-tech or simple phone calls, can help keep our bond in stressful days and give strength to weather this tough journey.

scholarly journals Review of Sleep Problems Related to Social Distancing and Home Confinement During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 87-91
Author(s):  
Wan Seok Seo
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Isolation ◽  
Sleep Problems ◽  
Home School ◽  
Sleep Patterns ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
The World ◽  
Sleep Difficulties ◽  
At Home

Since the first outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in December 2019, we have experienced many changes that we have never ex- perienced before. Governments around the world have instituted various forms of social isolation measures to prevent the spread of COV- ID-19. These measures include social distancing, home confinement, quarantine, and lockdown. Unfortunately, these measures have in- creased the ambiguity of the economic situation and the uncertainty regarding the future. For many individuals, these actions resulted in changes in routines at home, school, and work; changes in roles at home, mental health, and physical activity; and changes in circadian cues. All of these alterations resulted in disruptions in sleep patterns and sleep difficulties. In this paper, the alterations in sleep patterns and the sleep difficulties related to social isolation policies would be reviewed. These include social distancing and home confinement. Finally, meth- ods to improve sleep problems also reviewed.

Perinatal Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Evidence for Heightened Distress in Pregnant Women Highlights the Need for Novel Interventions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alyssa Rae Morris ◽  
Dorian Traube ◽  
Ashwini Lakshmanan ◽  
Amy West ◽  
Darby Saxbe
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The United States ◽  
Perinatal Mental Health ◽  
Interpersonal Therapy ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Clinically Significant ◽  
Perinatal Women

This manuscript reports on a sample of 641 pregnant women surveyed in spring 2020, during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic when social distancing was at its peak in the United States. Expectant mothers described elevated psychological distress, perceived stress, loneliness, and many behavioral changes. More than half of the women in the sample endorsed depressive symptoms above clinical threshold and two-thirds reported clinically significant anxiety, with average scores for depression, anxiety, and stress more than a standard deviation higher than those measured pre-pandemic. Given this early evidence for heightened distress, treatment options that can be targeted to support perinatal women and comply with social distancing guidelines are needed. The final sections of this paper highlight the promising role of telehealth modalities and discuss specific interventions, such as Interpersonal Therapy, that may be particularly useful in treating perinatal women in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Public Significance: The COVID-19 pandemic has had sweeping effects on perinatal mental health, which in turn has wide-ranging impacts for maternal, child, and family well-being. This paper describes treatment approaches that may ameliorate the pandemic’s impact.

Edukasi Buku KIA dan Peningkatan Koping Ibu Menghadapi Masa Kehamilan Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
pp. 1403-1408
Author(s):  
R.A Helda Puspitasari ◽  
Dwining Handayani ◽  
Erik Kusuma ◽  
Ayu Dewi Nastiti ◽  
Evy Aristawati
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Maternal Knowledge ◽  
Vulnerable Group ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
The World ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Asking Questions ◽  
Maternal Coping ◽  
The Many

ABSTRAK Ibu hamil dan bayi dikategorikan sebagai kelompok yang rentan dalam pandemi virus corona yang mewabah di sekitar 230 negara seluruh dunia, sehingga dalam proses kehamilan ibu juga merasakan kehawatiran yang berlebih karena kurang paham tentang kehamilan dan takut akan kondisi bayi yang ada di kandugannya. Tujuan dari kegiatan ini untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan ibu tentang buku KIA dan meningkatkan koping ibu dalam menghadapi masa kehamilan pada masa pandemic covid-. Kegiatan ini dilakukan di Klinik Asyifa Kabupaten Pasuruan. Kegiatan ini diawali dengan memberikan pertanyaan seputar pengetahuan ibu dalam menghadapi masa kehamilan dan mengenai langkah ibu dalam mengahdapi permasalahn kehamilan yang dihadapi. Dilanjutkan dengan memberikan materi menggunakan leaflet dan BUKU KIA. Semua ibu antusias dalam mengikuti kegiatan ini terlihat dari banyaknya pertanyaan yang mereka ajukan. Kegiatan ini efektif dilakukan dalam peningkatan pengetahuan ibu dan peningkatan koping ibu dimana terlihat adanya peningkatan pengetahuan dan koping ibu sebelum dan sesudah mendapatkan penyuluhan yang terlihat dari koesioner pre dan post test. Kegiatan ini merupakan langkah awal untuk meningkatkan pemahaman ibu mengenai masa kehamilan serta peningkatan koping ibu. Kata Kunci: Edukasi, Buku KIA, Koping, Ibu Hamil  ABSTRACT Pregnant women and babies are categorized as a vulnerable group in the corona virus pandemic which is endemic in around 230 countries around the world, so that in the process of pregnancy, mothers also feel excessive anxiety due to lack of understanding about pregnancy and fear of the condition of the baby in their womb. The purpose of this activity is to increase mother's knowledge through education on MCH books in dealing with pregnancy and improve maternal coping in dealing with pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic. This activity was carried out at the Asyifa Clinic. This activity begins by asking questions about the mother's knowledge in dealing with pregnancy and about the mother's steps in dealing with pregnancy problems. Followed by providing materials using leaflets and MCH BOOK. All mothers were enthusiastic in participating in this activity as seen from the many questions they asked. This activity was effectively carried out in increasing maternal knowledge and increasing maternal coping where it was seen that there was an increase in maternal knowledge before and after receiving counseling as seen from the pre and post test questionnaires and increased maternal coping.. Keywords: Knowledge, MCH Handbook, Coping, Pregnant Women

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document