The Truth About Our Mental Health Crisis

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Experts Dr. Ali Mattu and Dr. Dua discuss COVID-19's mental health impact, from trauma and resilience to post-traumatic growth. They explore coping strategies, the role of social support, and breaking stigma with accurate information. Practical tips and insights make this timely conversation both helpful and hopeful.

Channel: Doctor Mike Duration: 0:21:29

Questions

1. What does Dr. Mattu say about asking someone if they might hurt themselves?

It does not put the idea in their head It's illegal to ask directly Only clinicians should ask that question It increases the chance they will do it

2. According to Dr. Mattu, what makes a coping skill truly effective?

It helps you face difficult feelings and stay flexible to move forward It immediately eliminates all symptoms It is enjoyable and time-consuming It helps you avoid thinking about problems

3. What did WHO's pulse surveys find about mental health services during the pandemic, especially in low- and middle-income countries?

They were largely unaffected They expanded rapidly and became more accessible They were among the most severely disrupted They shifted entirely to inpatient care

4. What practical exercise is suggested to help foster post-traumatic growth?

Schedule therapy twice a year regardless of need Meditate 60 minutes daily for a month Journal once for five minutes about your day Write for 20 minutes on four consecutive days to form a narrative

5. How does Dr. Ali Mattu define psychological trauma in this discussion?

Challenges to core beliefs about the world, others, and oneself Watching too much news and social media Exposure to a contagious virus Experiencing economic hardship

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