Is the world grappling with a mental health crisis? With over 72.5 million COVID-19 cases and 1.6 million deaths, the pandemic has left an indelible mark on lives worldwide.
While the United States has initiated the first stages of vaccine distribution and immunization, it will take several months before vaccines become widely accessible to the general population.
Adding to the challenges, public health officials are sounding alarms about a potentially deadly winter, as mass travel and holiday gatherings become inevitable.
So, what does this mean for our mental well-being?
Dr. Gregory Jantz, a mental health expert specializing in behavioral disorders and addiction, highlights that the pervasive uncertainty surrounding the pandemic is heightening anxiety levels and leading to an increase in self-destructive behaviors.
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