PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF COVID-19

This chapter discusses the novel disease from its origin to its psychological impact on the different population around the globe. This pandemic not only changed the social norms but also changed the behavioural pattern of an individual. Insecurity, fear of contracting the disease, anxiety will leave its mark on the psychology of the human being. Losing jobs to fear of losing loved ones, social distancing has its own psychological impact on the population. This chapter will review the psychological impact of COVID-19 on different population and conclude with the number of suggestions which would not only help in overcoming the negative emotions people are facing but also help them in developing the positive well-being.