The “contagion” of depression experienced by individuals and professionals: Mental health is a priority

Mona Abu Hammoor

Amman – A “psychological epidemic”, as experts have described to al-Ghat, the psychological impact of “corona” on community members is overwhelming and worrying.
The effects of corona are not only physical, but also leave a great burden on the social, health and economic conditions associated with the epidemic, so that psychological problems and stress can become a clear phenomenon and people enter a dangerous stage.
The primary concern of experts and specialists and the World Health Organization is to protect the mental health of communities and all health workers, adults, women, children and the most vulnerable in the community. The World Health Organization defines “health” as the state of physical, psychological and social integrity and well-being, and emphasizes the need to include mental health during these difficult times, especially after an outbreak. Consider the treatment method and it as an essential part of the treatment and prioritize it in light of the difficult situation caused by the infection as anxiety and tension increase after living conditions.
For his part, psychologist Dr. Yusuf Muslim said that in light of the high incidence of corona virus infections and mutations, the incidence of mental disorders and depression after corona infection is increasing, so it is necessary to give higher priority to payment. Focus on psychotherapy.
People suffering from all kinds of mental disorders should pay attention to the necessary measures to support the psychological aspect.
Through the media campaigns to raise awareness about mental health, Muslim emphasizes the need to take human health seriously, both physically and psychologically, as well as the proper handling of physical and psychological stress. Doubled the suffering of many.
According to Muslim, the importance of psychotherapy is clear, it should be included in medical treatment as well as in all types of health services and provide an integrated service to patients.
The Muslim emphasizes the need to learn lessons from what happened during corona infections, and how to raise the level of the immune system so that fear, anxiety and psychological stress can be overcome.
Behavior and Community Therapist Esmat Hoso, in turn, points out that psychotherapy is no less important than physical therapy because psychological comfort strengthens the immune system, thus making it resistant to viruses and diseases.
As life’s difficulties multiplied, Hoso found that psychotherapy was needed, regretting the stigma attached by society to mental illness as “insanity”, which made him reluctant to consult specialists and thus increased the difficulty in treating them. Then.
Science has evolved, there is a big difference between mental illness and neurosis, according to Hoso, which in the past was difficult to treat, has become easier with the progress and development of treatment. Hose points out that there is an inverse relationship between age and the ability to cope with stress and stress, and the importance of looking at psychological issues and their risk to the performance of individuals, relationships and stability. Taking into account the psychological aspect of health insurance for families and the comprehensive nature of treatment.
According to Hoso, support depends not only on the mentally ill, but also on the workers in the field, which drain a lot of time, energy and effort.
“The disease requires pharmacological, behavioral and psychological treatment,” says Hoso, adding that “corona psychosis” causes children and adolescents to stay home longer than they do, lose distance education, and all hobbies. Depression at home.
Hosue calls on the media and competent authorities to teach people about the importance of including psychotherapy in the health care system, as the psychological stress caused by corona in the home affects the psychological immune system. The culture of disability still exists, delaying treatment and worsening the psychological condition, while early treatment leads to improvement of cases without seeking medication, and the inclusion of psychotherapy here implies that there are professional standards in dealing with sick cases. Therapeutic sessions.
Psychological status, such as body and soul, is the basis for improving human productivity to achieve psychological balance and inner peace, which is usually reflected in relationships within society.