Viruses in the coronavirus group can make people sick with mild to moderate upper respiratory tract illness, often similar to the common cold. Corona / Covid-19 (Corona) virus symptoms include runny nose, cough, sore throat, possible headache and sometimes fever that lasts for several days. In people with weakened immune systems, it may cause respiratory disease. There are very few Corona / Covid-19 (Corona) viruses at levels that can be fatal in humans.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN TO PROTECT FROM CORONA VIRUS
There is no vaccine yet that will protect against the Corona / Covid-19 (Corona) virus family. The trial process for the MERS vaccine continues. Simple measures for protection will be very useful.
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Avoiding close contact with infected people,
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Paying attention to hand hygiene. Washing hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; using alcohol-based hand antiseptic when soap and water are not available; Make sure to wash your hands, especially after direct contact with sick people or their environment,
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Avoiding unprotected contact with farm or wild animals,
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If you are infected, keep your distance and cover your mouth and nose with a disposable tissue when coughing or sneezing; In cases where tissue paper is not available, use the inside of your elbow and wash your hands; Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth,
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Disinfecting surfaces touched by infected people,
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Avoiding animal foods such as meat and eggs. He stated that it is important to cook thoroughly,
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Sick people should not enter crowded places if possible, if necessary, to cover the mouth and nose, and to use a medical mask if possible.
LET'S LOOK AT THE CORONA VIRUS FROM A PSYCHOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE
Many of us have been following the news about the Corona Virus, which has been on the agenda frequently lately. Focusing on the risk of death of this virus worries us. First of all, to recognize the virus, get the correct information and use this information. Taking the necessary precautions in light of this can make us feel safe. So, how does taking more importance than necessary, constantly preoccupying our minds with this risk, and constantly bringing up the panic-inducing effects of this virus in our lives affect our psychology?
"The human brain is loyal to fear."
First of all, I would like to start by stating that it is not easy for me to write about death. Unfortunately, deaths and losses are painful. Despite all the uncertainty of life, we continue our lives. What is more painful than death is the fear of death. Unfortunately, the human brain is loyal to the emotion of fear. It is not a coincidence that you find yourself in whatever you fear the most.
Years ago, a client of mine with Panic Disorder described this anxiety as follows: "The pain I suffered was more painful than the real risk of death." He stated that experiencing the fear of death at any moment was more painful than a real death.
“While you are trying to protect your body from the corona virus, it is useful to also care about the psychological health of your mind.”
When the human brain feels afraid of an event or situation, it makes all its attention open to signals related to that fear. His mind deals with that fear. Here, people face a catastrophic scenario. He begins to interpret events not as they are, but as more severe than they are. In this case, it can become a harbinger of registration disorders.
I think that the widespread media coverage of the coronavirus increases anxiety. In addition, too frequent warnings make anxiety a focal point and increase the level of anxiety. I think it is important to get accurate information about the virus and take the necessary precautions.
Families with children, children watch how their parents deal with this anxiety and take their parents as an example. If coronavirus is talked about frequently at home, I recommend that they change the agenda.
To children with high anxiety, say, “Yes, there is such a virus. We know and recognize the coronavirus, but we do not take it to the center of our lives. Similar events have happened before, bird flu, swine flu like bi. These things didn't last forever, they came and went. “We take the necessary precautions, eat healthy, protect ourselves and stay safe.” Speeches can be made like this.
When I research the number of Corona Virus cases dated March 11, 2020, I find out that there are 119,233 cases, and although 4,299 of them resulted in death, 66,577 have recovered.
In addition to protecting against the virus. I think it would be beneficial to focus on improving our immune system and psychological resilience. I wish you healthy days. With respect and love.
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