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[Pandemic and mental adjustment disorders. Therapy options]
A V Vasileva1,2
1Bekhterev National Research Medical Center for Psychiatry and Neurology, St. Petersburg, Russia.
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic triggers adjustment and anxiety disorders due to high uncertainty and the coronavirus infodemic. Interventions and psychopharmacotherapy are recommended for treatment and prevention.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic introduced significant life changes and high uncertainty, impacting mental well-being.
- The infodemic, or excessive information surrounding the coronavirus, played a role in the rise of anxiety disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key triggers for adjustment and anxiety disorders during the pandemic.
- To suggest targets for psychological and pharmacological interventions.
- To propose preventive measures for healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- Review of factors contributing to adjustment and anxiety disorders in a pandemic context.
- Identification of targets for cognitive, emotional, and behavioral interventions.
- Analysis of psychopharmacotherapy options, particularly tranquillizers.
- Development of prevention strategies for medical doctors.
Main Results:
- High uncertainty and the coronavirus infodemic are significant triggers for anxiety disorders.
- Cognitive, emotional, and behavioral interventions are crucial.
- Tranquillizers are recommended as a primary pharmacotherapy for anxiety disorders.
- Specific prevention measures are proposed for healthcare workers.
Conclusions:
- The pandemic necessitates targeted interventions for adjustment and anxiety disorders.
- Psychological and pharmacological approaches, alongside prevention, are vital for managing pandemic-related mental health challenges.
- Addressing the infodemic is key to mitigating anxiety disorders.
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