Mental Health Support Measures for Those Affected by the COVID-19 Outbreak
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has spread across China for more than a month. The National Health Commission has issued guidelines for mental health support during this emergency crisis for those affected by COVID-19. Medical institutions and universities across China have launched online platforms to provide mental health counseling services for patients, family members, and those affected by the outbreak. However, Xiang et al. stated that the mental health needs of confirmed patients, quarantined family members, and medical personnel have not been adequately addressed.
