The Coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic, which has affected almost every part of the world, has begun to appear in our country. While even calling it an epidemic may be disturbing in itself; The speed of spread of coronavirus, its mode of transmission and the difficulty of the treatment process make people more worried about this virus. Expert Psychologist Naciye Tokaç stated that specialist doctors explained the medical dimensions of the coronavirus in detail and explained the psychological dimensions that developed with the emergence of the virus and what can be done.
From the moment the coronavirus started to be seen in our country, I see that anxiety and sometimes panic among people has increased. Is anxiety or panic normal in this situation?
I can say that it is normal to experience anxiety. Because a real stimulus is needed for anxiety to emerge, and this epidemic is a real stimulus. However, it is not necessary to panic because what we call panic occurs suddenly and there is a great feeling of helplessness. Regarding the incident we are experiencing, if what scientists say about this virus is implemented, the virus will be prevented from being transmitted or infecting everyone at the same time. This means that this is a situation that requires serious caution without panic.
When we talk about the bad atmosphere of panic; Denying and ignoring the real concern that arises in this epidemic situation will endanger both the person's own health and the health of society. The facts show that there is no such thing as "nothing will happen to me/us". There is a serious reason to take precautions and precautions, but there is no need to panic because panic can prevent precautions.
"What causes people to panic in the coronavirus epidemic?" When we think: We can say that it is the feeling of loss of control, of not being able to control one's own body and then the outside world. Because a person wants to be in control of what may happen to him, at least a little bit, in his life. Uncertainty is one of the most difficult processes that people cannot bear. This uncertainty, uncontrollability, and anxiety that something could happen to someone no matter what they do are the reasons for the feeling of panic that people experience. In response, what needs to be done is; First of all, to strictly comply with what the experts on the subject say, that is, to do everything we can personally control. However, this is an epidemic, and against the worry that it may happen to us again, keeping our mood and morale positive and trusting experts and doctors are the main things.
Now let's talk a little about what we can do.
First of all, we should know that ; this is real. It is normal for the truth to make us anxious. In this case, allow your anxiety, allow your emotions, some excitement, some uncertainty, some anxiety about the future, some not knowing what to do... This is exactly what we are experiencing. Then tell yourself first; “I'm worried right now, I'm scared, I don't know what will happen” and then add “I'm worried because there is a reason for this, I don't know what will happen yes, but I did everything I could and I will continue to do it.” Breathe correctly while doing this; Take a deep and long breath in through your nose, exhale more slowly through your mouth. Repeat this breathing exercise from time to time.
Social support is always necessary, but we all share a common problem here. If there are people around you who are more anxious than you, make sure they get support and don't just listen to what they say, share your feelings and thoughts with people around you that you truly believe in, trust and who comfort you psychologically.
Because Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an infectious disease. The only way to protect yourself from this disease is to cut off physical contact. Therefore, you should stay at home and go out only for essential needs and keeping your distance. When this is the case, other problems can be seen that staying at home all the time brings to people. Doing the same things all the time, meeting the same people all the time, or maybe being alone at home, is faced with the boredom and suffocation of being alone. In order to get rid of this, I should start determining a strategy as soon as I start staying at home, what can I do? He should make a list of his thoughts. Because this will not be a short-term process. From time to time, everyone says that there are many activities they would do if they stayed at home for a long time. Even though this is a mandatory stay at home, you can prevent this boredom if you make a schedule of what you can do for yourself. If you take up a hobby for yourself, your thoughts about staying at home will make your mind think "I have to be at home".
In addition to worrying about themselves, many people also worry about their loved ones, the individuals they live with, and their family. Since this danger applies to all of us, we actually share a common problem. Tell each other that we love each other and how much we value them, share them. You can use technology for this: now is the time. You can video chat with your loved ones, make voice recordings and make each other feel your love.
Another effect of staying at home is with the people we live with; As a result of the fact that mothers, fathers, children, spouses and elders of the family will always stay together, people experience their own tension, anger and conflict of anxiety. Instead of seeing each other's negative side, it will be beneficial to make each other feel that you are thinking of each other in such a problem, and to be aware that the warnings you make about precautions are actually related to the value you give to each other.
In a process that has been very difficult for all of us and we know that it will pass, it will be beneficial to re-evaluate the past and look for the future. It may be an inspiring process for us on how to rebuild. This too will pass as a process in which we need to consider how much our fears and anxieties take up our lives, realize how important it is to turn our dreams into reality, and understand that our lives are very precious. This process will pass, and knowing that it will pass will increase our hope. If you fulfill your responsibilities, be proud of knowing that you had a part in this passing.
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