COVID 19 and rise of mental health issues

Abstract

COVID 19 pandemic has affected the entire human community. An unprepared public health emergency with no definitive treatment in the initial days, high morbidity and mortality, and negative communication regarding effective vaccination has led to a range of emotional reactions. 1 In addition to these, economic impact, loneliness due to quarantine, stigma regarding illness, uncertainty of day-today life has added further issues.