Psychological Impact of Behaviour Restrictions During the Pandemic: Lessons from COVID-19

The book explores the harmful cognitive, emotional, and behavioral side effects of COVID-19 and the behavioral restrictions imposed by governments during the pandemic. It assesses the collateral psychological effects of these measures, including economic costs, stress on relationships, abuse, and alcohol and gambling addiction. The author suggests developing new models that consider both virus spread and collateral damage to minimize future harm.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 12 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the detrimental cognitive, emotional, and behavioral consequences of COVID-19 and the behavioral restrictions implemented by governments worldwide during the pandemic. The societal lockdowns and other intervening measures, primarily centered around social isolation, profoundly impacted the lives of individuals across the globe. These restrictions led to economic hardships, strained friendships and romantic relationships, escalated instances of abuse and domestic violence, and raised concerns about excessive alcohol consumption and gambling as coping mechanisms. Understanding the specific populations at risk and the ways in which they were affected holds significant implications for future preparedness.

Author Barrie Gunter, in a timely review of the latest international research and evidence, assesses the profound collateral psychological side effects of the pandemic. Furthermore, Gunter explores the potential development of new models that account for not only the urgent need to halt the spread of new viruses but also the imperative to minimize collateral damage, which can be equally severe in the short and long term.

This book is a vital resource for students, researchers, policymakers, and individuals interested in psychology, public health, medical sciences, and evaluating government strategies, responses, and performance. By identifying and analyzing the nature and severity of collateral side effects associated with pandemic-related behavior restrictions, readers gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted challenges faced during this unprecedented time.

Weight: 410g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032228259