First Baptist Church Bible Study 10/13/20

Topical Discussion

The Spiritual, Psychological and Emotional Effect of Covid-19 Pandemic

As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on globally, there is little doubt that it is taking a lasting toll on the mental health of millions of people. Fear of getting sick, the loneliness that accompanies quarantine, and a fragile economy combine to create complicated challenges to mental well-being.

• Among university students, the pandemic has led to increased symptoms of depression and moderate increases in stress and loneliness.
• Other studies have found small increases in anxiety and depression among the general public.
• People with rare or serious diseases have been more likely to experience increased anxiety during the pandemic.