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What was the greatest online learning challenge faced by college students during the COVID-19 pandemic?
What was the greatest online learning challenge faced by college students during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Which mental health problem was most commonly reported among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Which mental health problem was most commonly reported among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic?
What harmful behavior can excessive stress in frontline workers lead to?
What harmful behavior can excessive stress in frontline workers lead to?
Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as a challenge faced by healthcare workers during the pandemic?
Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as a challenge faced by healthcare workers during the pandemic?
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According to WHO, prolonged exposure to excessive stress can lead to which of the following?
According to WHO, prolonged exposure to excessive stress can lead to which of the following?
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Which mental health disorder was ranked immediately after PTSD among healthcare workers during the pandemic?
Which mental health disorder was ranked immediately after PTSD among healthcare workers during the pandemic?
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What is a reported impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on college students aside from learning challenges?
What is a reported impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on college students aside from learning challenges?
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What emotion is NOT specifically mentioned as experienced by frontliners during the pandemic?
What emotion is NOT specifically mentioned as experienced by frontliners during the pandemic?
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What demographic showed larger reductions in anxiety or depression symptoms after COVID-19 vaccination?
What demographic showed larger reductions in anxiety or depression symptoms after COVID-19 vaccination?
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Which group reported greater mental health challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic?
Which group reported greater mental health challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic?
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What psychological problems were predominantly noted in children during the pandemic?
What psychological problems were predominantly noted in children during the pandemic?
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Which gender showed no significant difference in distress levels during the pandemic?
Which gender showed no significant difference in distress levels during the pandemic?
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What was a notable finding regarding the vaccination effect on young people's mental health?
What was a notable finding regarding the vaccination effect on young people's mental health?
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What factor is likely linked to greater anxiety and uncertainty for younger adults during the pandemic?
What factor is likely linked to greater anxiety and uncertainty for younger adults during the pandemic?
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What key issue was highlighted for individuals with pre-existing mental illnesses during the pandemic?
What key issue was highlighted for individuals with pre-existing mental illnesses during the pandemic?
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What percentage of surveyed Filipinos expressed distrust in available vaccines?
What percentage of surveyed Filipinos expressed distrust in available vaccines?
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What problematic behavioral symptoms were observed in children with pre-existing issues during the pandemic?
What problematic behavioral symptoms were observed in children with pre-existing issues during the pandemic?
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Who initially isolated OCD from neurasthenia?
Who initially isolated OCD from neurasthenia?
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Study Notes
Mental Health During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Student Learning Challenges: Online learning challenges varied, with home learning environments posing the greatest hurdles and technological literacy being the least. The pandemic significantly impacted learning experience and student mental health.
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Healthcare Workers: Insomnia was the most prevalent mental health concern among healthcare workers, followed by anxiety, PTSD, depression, and stress. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was the most common mental health disorder, followed by anxiety and depression. Lack of protective equipment, low pay, and a lack of respect contributed to these issues. Workers faced high pressure, stress, and anxiety.
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Stress Impact: Excessive, prolonged stress negatively impacts frontline workers' emotional and mental well-being. It can lead to burnout, common mental disorders (depression, anxiety, PTSD), unhealthy behaviors (tobacco, alcohol, substance use), absenteeism, reduced productivity, and increased suicide risk.
Vaccination and Mental Health
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Vaccination and Mental Health: COVID-19 vaccination was associated with reduced anxiety or depression, especially for those with lower education levels, who rent, don't telework, or have children.
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Vaccination Impact on Young People: The mental health of young people did not significantly improve after widespread vaccination promotion in Austria and Turkey. Age may affect this impact, with younger groups facing increased uncertainty and anxiety due to future planning difficulties.
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Vaccine Mistrust: A significant portion of Filipinos distrust available vaccines, expressing concerns about cost, efficacy, potential emerging strains, and authenticity.
Lockdown and Mental Health
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Children’s Mental Health: Anxiety, depression, irritability, boredom, inattention, and COVID-19 fear were prevalent new-onset psychological problems in children. Pre-existing behavioral problems (like autism and ADHD) were likely to worsen.
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Existing Mental Illnesses: Mental health services need more support during pandemics for individuals with pre-existing mental illnesses.
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Vulnerable Groups: Students and the unemployed were highly vulnerable to COVID-related stress, its impact on mental health, with no significant difference in distress between genders.
Other Mental Health Issues
- Specific Mental Health Conditions: Anxiety, depression, and stress symptoms were present in younger age groups during lockdowns, exhibiting poorer psychological well-being compared to older age groups.
- Historical Context: Freud and Pierre Janet differentiated OCD from neurasthenia. Janet proposed that obsessional patients had an abnormal personality (psychasthenia) and used similar techniques to modern behavioral therapy for successful treatment.
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Description
Explore the mental health challenges faced during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among students and healthcare workers. This quiz delves into issues like insomnia, anxiety, PTSD, and the stresses related to online learning and frontline work. Understand how these factors have shaped emotional well-being during this unprecedented time.
