LIRN Psychology of the Coronavirus Discussion

Psychology of the Coronavirus

Before beginning your paper on the psychology of COVID-19, please read this carefully. Using the skills, tools, concepts, and vocabulary you have gained from our class, write a paper on the psychology of COVID-19.

You may focus on any aspect that feels meaningful and interesting to you. Chose one or two of the topics below for your paper.

the various mental health implications

the economic implications

suicide

addiction

• families living in tight quarters and complicated family dynamics
• the college experience and what this means now and later
• ageism and the treatment of the elderly
• expecting a baby at this moment in history
• relationships and intimacy now (people away from boyfriends and girlfriends, the toll on marriages, etc)
• unemployment
• self-harm
• the trappings of domestic violence and incest and assault amidst quarantine
• health care
• effects on friendships
• technology