The Risk Factor and Prevalence of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) During the COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has crossed the species boundary and reached humans. Outbreaks Corona, in addition to physical and physiological discomfort, also cause psychological problems such as mental disorders caused by home quarantine, diminished social relationships, disruptions to the normal course of life. Many of these patients will have some degree of anxiety disorders and depression even after being physically recovered and discharged from the hospital. One of the psychological disorders that occur in the face of traumatic events, such as the traumatic experience of coping with a life-threatening viral infection, is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Late psychosocial interventions can lead to chronicity, persistence, and stabilization of severe psychiatric symptoms and reactions. Therefore, managing this crisis in this group of people and reducing the dimensions of this crisis will not be possible except with regard to all aspects and aspects of human issues. In this way, mental health professionals and social workers believe that using diverse interventions tailored to the needs of this group to address psychosocial issues can reduce the harm in this group.