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New England Journal of Medicine· 2020Q1

Mental Health and the Covid-19 Pandemic

Betty Pfefferbaum, Carol S. North

Short summary

The Covid-19 pandemic and public health responses are expected to cause widespread emotional distress and increase mental health risks.

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Key points

  • Pandemic and public health responses are major contributors to emotional distress.
  • Increased risk of mental health problems is a direct consequence.
  • Widespread societal disruption has a significant psychological impact.

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Abstract

Mental Health and the Covid-19 Pandemic Many aspects of the Covid-19 pandemic and the public health response to it will undoubtedly contribute to widespread emotional distress and increased risk fo...

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Field: Clinical Psychology

Clinical PsychologyPsychology