Common psychological problems in the face of epidemic situation
1. Anxiety and hypochondria
In order to pay special attention to the feelings of the body, we will associate all kinds of discomfort with the virus and suspect that we are sick. Some people pay too much attention to the news related to the epidemic, and repeatedly check all kinds of content, which aggravates their nervousness and panic, and even leads to a series of blind herd behavior.
get angry
According to the "frustration-attack model" in psychology, in the face of epidemic risk and various pressures, the anger that arises spontaneously is actually a natural response to enhance the sense of control and self-defense. It is even more necessary for us to remain calm and restrained in emotional and behavioral reactions, and pay rational attention to the epidemic situation with the mentality of "not believing in rumors and not spreading rumors".
3. Depression and depression
People affected by the epidemic will feel depressed for a while, even sad and desperate, and it is difficult to feel happy. When the epidemic affects the important matters of one's work and family, one will be more depressed. Such a performance may be a sign of depression! If depression lasts too long, it may lead to disorder of life and decreased immunity.
4. Blind optimism
In the face of the epidemic, moderate optimism is necessary. However, if you hold the wrong idea that "I have never heard of patients around me, so I won't be infected", you will be blindly optimistic and even let your guard down. A little carelessness may increase the risk of infection for yourself and others.
General psychological self-help and counseling
1. Know your emotional reaction correctly.
The outbreak of infectious diseases will bring us great pressure, and it is normal to have certain negative emotions. Even if you find that you have some emotions that don't usually appear, you don't have to regard them as a scourge. Accepting these emotions will help us to live a better life and cope with the epidemic.
2. Face the epidemic information with a correct attitude.
Understand the epidemic situation, read the official media reports on the epidemic situation carefully, and don't believe some rumors. Understand the relevant scientific protection knowledge and turn panic into serious, scientific and appropriate personal protection.
3. Actively communicate with relevant people.
You can communicate with your family and friends by telephone and internet, encourage and communicate with each other, and strengthen mutual psychological support. If it is a contact of a suspected patient or a confirmed patient, it is especially necessary to listen and talk in the process of isolating medical observation, so as to build an anti-epidemic psychological alliance.
4. Maintain an active and healthy lifestyle
Look at life positively, try to keep the original routine, live according to the original rhythm, and let yourself return to the normal life track. On this basis, establish good living habits, pay attention to diet and ensure sleep.