Affects of mental health in lockdown

Effects of mental health in lockdown

The pandemic, caused by COVID19, has caused a lot of problems in the world since it began at the end of 2019. As of the 12th of January, a total of almost 91 million people contracted the

virus, more than 1.9 million of them sadly passed away. But even though the pandemic took a toll on a lot of people, even more people are indirectly affected by the lockdowns almost all countries had or have to deal with. Although the direct effects of COVID-19 can be devasting,

experts predict that the long term effects of living during a pandemic/lockdown have just as many negative consequences. People gained weight because they ate poorer and moved less. Next to that, the mental challenge that the pandemic boasts cannot be underestimated. People live more in fear than they did before the pandemic started, they are worried about getting the virus or are

afraid that they lose their job because the economy is down. Research has shown that levels of depression and PTSS among a population (directly or indirectly affected) rises (and spreads through the population) evenly after disruptive events like riots, terrorist attacks, natural disasters and pandemics. But there are things that could be done to counter this. By eating healthier and moving more, you give yourself the best chance that your body will stay healthy and in shape, mentally and physically. Touching on the mental aspect, it is very important to get your information from trusted and legitimate sources, this way you ensure that you will not stress yourself out over something

that is not true. Also, remember that everyone is on the same boat, everyone is having a tough time social distancing and being in a lockdown. So reach out to people, let them know you did not forget about them and help them and yourself through this!