KEY NOTE Covid -19 And Mental Health

Mental health has a huge impact in our lives and well being. Many of us are facing devastating challenges that can be stressful and overwhelming for adults and children. Public health actions, such as social distancing, are necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19, but they can make us feel isolated and lonely and can increase stress and anxiety. [1] The prevalence of mental disorders, such as depression and anxiety, is expected to rise since the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, leading public health organizations — including the CDC, SAMHSA, the World Health Organization, and the United Nations — have released general considerations and resources addressing the mental health and wellbeing of both general populations and specific, highrisk groups during the pandemic