The International journal of social psychiatry
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Int J Soc Psychiatry · Nov 2020
COVID-19 quarantine: Post-traumatic stress symptomatology among Lebanese citizens.
In the light of the global spread of the novel Coronavirus known as COVID-19 and in the absence of an approved treatment and vaccination, Lebanon has taken national measures, among which was home quarantine of the general public in an attempt to flatten the epidemic curve and avoid flooding the health care system. ⋯ COVID-19 quarantine has influenced the psychology of Lebanese citizens and might have persistent effects after the end of this phase which is recommended to be explored.
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Int J Soc Psychiatry · Oct 2020
Anxiety and depression in frontline health care workers during the outbreak of Covid-19.
The pandemic of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) seriously impacts the health and well-being of all of us. ⋯ A high prevalence of anxiety and depression was found among frontline HCWs during the COVID-19 outbreak. More psychological care should be given to young staffs and nurses. Measures to prevent professional exposure is important for HCWs' physical and mental health.
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Int J Soc Psychiatry · Sep 2020
The psychosocial effects of being quarantined following exposure to COVID-19: A qualitative study of Lebanese health care workers.
Since the outbreak of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), health care professionals in Lebanon have been diligently serving as the frontline of defense. In the light of challenging economic and political circumstances, putting their community wellbeing as a priority, and abiding by quarantine and strict infection control measures, health care professionals risk both their physical and mental wellbeing. ⋯ COVID-19 quarantine has been posing intense psychological challenges among Lebanese health care workers which are worsened at times by the economic instability; thus, health care policymakers are urged to take proper action nationwide to alleviate longlisting implications and support the health care providers in fulfilling their mission.