Q: Which specialist doctor to consult for COVID-19?
A: A pulmonologist can be consulted for severe COVID-19 cases. For mild and moderate cases, general doctors can be approached.
Q: What are some potential long-term effects of COVID-19?
A: Long-term effects of COVID-19 include fatigue, difficulty breathing, brain fog, anxiety and depression, dizziness, chest pain, difficulty sleeping and heart palpitations.
Q: What are the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health?
A: COVID-19 and the associated life circumstances can lead to anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. It can also worsen existing mental health conditions. COVID-19 can also act as a time for self-reflection and working on one’s own mental health.
Q: How to cope up with COVID-19 mental stress?
A: Ways to cope with stress related to COVID-19 include engaging in hobbies, maintaining a gratitude journal, being socially connected, keeping active, maintaining a healthy sleep schedule and having a daily routine.
Q: What is long COVID?
A: Long COVID refers to persisting symptoms of COVID following the infectious period, including cough, body pain, brain fog, fatigue and loss of taste and smell.
Q: How can I take care of emotional health during the coronavirus pandemic?
A: One can take care of their emotional health during the pandemic by following effective coping strategies such as keeping socially connected, maintaining a journal, keeping time for leisure activities, spending time with family, engaging in hobbies and taking care of physical health.
Q: Is it possible to stay hopeful in difficult times?
A: Yes, it is possible to stay hopeful. Focusing on the present, finding a sense of purpose and having an inspirational role model are examples of strategies that can be used.
