Manual Strategies for COVID-19 Prevention and Management of Mental Health
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mental health, COVID-19, healthcare wokers, preventive measuresAbstract
The coronavirus disease outbreak 2019 (COVID-19) is foreseen to precipitate the increase in mental health issues such as stress, depression, and anxiety. This article aims to share and suggest the strategies, experience and actions taken by Hospital Tengku Ampuan Jemaah (HTAJ) as a small unit in a small district hospital through Mental Health and Psychological Support Service (MHPSS) in supporting mental health amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The existing data, literature review on the existing cases, SOPs and recommendations from the authorities and department staffs were reviewed and adjusted for local usage. An online mental health survey was distributed and reviewed. All data and information gathered were organised and transformed into a structured manual procedure. This procedure was implemented, and the feedback received were evaluated. The strategies introduced by MHPSS will help develop good mental health and strengthen the resiliency in the community and frontliners for the fight against COVID-19.
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