Pandemic Psychology

Question 1

Virus

Answer 1

A tiny organism that multiplies within cells and causes disease; not affected by antibiotics

Question 2

Influenza

Answer 2

A virus that attacks the respiratory system, highly contagious
Transmission: Can be inhaled by people nearby

Question 3

Disease

Answer 3

A condition that impairs normal functioning, often shown by specific signs and symptoms

Question 4

Infectious Disease

Answer 4

Diseases spread by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungo
Transmission: Can spread from one person to another directly or indirectly

Question 5

Epidemic

Answer 5

A sudden increase in disease cases above normal in a particular area

Question 6

Pandemic

Answer 6

An epidemic that has spread over several countries or continents, affecting many people

Question 7

Psychological impact of pandemics

Answer 7

widespread and long-lasting psychological effects compared to physical effects

Question 8

Reaction to pandemic stress

Answer 8

Neurotic personalities: May misinterpret symptoms as signs of disease

Anxious individuals: Often engage in excessive cleaning, reassurance-seeking

Question 9

Media consumption and psychological impact

Answer 9

increased stress from extensive media exposure

Question 10

Face covering behavior

Answer 10

positive attitude, ease of use, belief in personal and community protection

Question 11

Health Belief Model

Answer 11

Adoption factors: perceived susceptibility, severity, benefits, few barriers, and cues to action

Question 12

Seniors and COVID_19 stay-at-home orders

Answer 12

Belief in COVID-19 severity linked to adherence to social distancing

Question 13

The plaguq of justinian

Answer 13

Duration: 21 years
Mortality: up to 30% of the world’s population

Question 14

The black death

Answer 14

Duration: 7 years
Mortality: Killed over one-third of Europe’s population

Question 15

Spanish flu

Answer 15

Cause: H1N1 virus with avian genes
Impact: 500 million infected, 50 million deaths globally.

Question 16

COVID-19 background

Answer 16

Origin: Reported first in Wuhan, China, in 2019
Duration: Declared pandemic in March 2020, ended May 2023

Question 17

Transmission and Symptoms

Answer 17

Transmission: Can last up to 2 weeks after symptom onset
Symptoms: Range from mild (fever) to severe (difficulty breathing)

Question 18

Vaccine Hesitancy

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Delay in vaccine acceptance despite availability
Key factors: mistrust, perceived seriousness, political views

Question 19

COVID-19 psychological impact

Answer 19

Anxiety: Increased from 8.1% (2019) TO 29.8% (2020) AMONG uU.S. adults
Depression: Increased from 6.5% (2019) to 24.4% (2020)

Question 20

Coronaphobia

Answer 20

Fear and anxiety about the coronavirus
Indicators: increased demand for anti-anxiety medication, linked with anxiety and suicidal thoughts

Question 21

Coronavirus Anxiety Scale

Answer 21

Measures dysfunctional anxiety bout COVID-19
Indicators: Dizziness, sleep trouble, paralysis, appetite loss, digestive issues

Question 22

Dysfunctional COVID-19 Grief

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Grief over COVID related deaths, amplified by lack of closure and support
Indicators: linked to depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation

Question 23

Pandemic Grief Scale

Answer 23

Identifies dysfunctional grief from COVID-19 losses
Indicators: Suicidal thoughts, identity confusion apathy, difficulty reminiscing

Question 24

Post-traumatic Growth

Answer 24

Positive change following trauma
Findings: improved relationships, slower life pace, new hobbies

Question 25

Protective factors against distress

Answer 25

reduced COVID-19 information consumption, exercise, gardening, stable work