COVID-19: The Impact of a Pandemic on Mental Health-Content PDF Handout

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This document provides a comprehensive overview of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health, particularly for healthcare professionals. It defines the terms "epidemic" and "pandemic" and includes a list of historically notable pandemics. The document highlights the mental health effects of a pandemic, such as increased anxiety, fear, and stress, and discusses the specific psychological stressors faced by healthcare professionals. It emphasizes the importance of supporting coworkers and implementing self-care strategies to reduce the mental health impacts on healthcare workers. The document also addresses the concept of "duty of care" and provides guidance for healthcare professionals and managers in navigating their responsibilities during a pandemic. It concludes with resources and references for further information.

Keywords

COVID-19

pandemic

mental health

healthcare professionals

anxiety

stress

psychological stressors

supporting coworkers

self-care strategies

duty of care