The Impact of Coronavirus Disease Pandemic on Global Mental Health and Xenophobia: Possible Suicidal Prevention Strategies

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Page: 172-174

Georgekutty Kochuchakkalackal Kuriala (Department of Psychology, Newman College, Thodupuzha, Kerala)

The uncertainties of the present time arising from the COVID-19 pandemic may affect an individual’s mental health subliminally and cause depression, phobia, and traumatic stress. Research shows that around 90% of global suicides are commonly due to depression. The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting everyone socially and economically, triggering psychological issues such as worry and fear. These behaviors are typical among those with already mental health problems and will continuously be experienced without prompt intervention. The objective of this review is to highlight self-awareness and self-help possibilities at the onset to prevent individuals from committing suicide.