Global viruses lead to mental health problems among population

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Global viruses lead to mental health problems among population
New research at the Department of Psychology has revealed a dramatic increase in loneliness and symptoms of anxiety and depression as a result of the pandemic restrictions. Women and young people are the hardest hit.
New studies have revealed that women and young adults in particular are among those who are experiencing a marked increase in mental problems as a result of social distancing measures. Foto: NTB/Scanpix
During the pandemic, symptoms of anxiety and depression have increased two to threefold in Norway. This increase is the same for loneliness. Omid Ebrahimi is a psychologist and double PhD candidate at the Department of Psychology (PSI). Accompanied by Asle Hoffart and Sverre Urnes Johnson, he is leading a research project designed to investigate the connection between distancing measures, isolation and quarantine as related to the coronavirus and mental health.

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