Deafness and mental health: Clinical challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic

Psychol Trauma. 2020 Aug;12(S1):S212-S213. doi: 10.1037/tra0000729. Epub 2020 Jun 1.

Abstract

The current health crisis scenario has exposed the negative impact on mental health. This commentary highlights the main challenges and barriers that the Deaf community faces in access to health care resources and psychological support during the COVID-19 pandemic. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2020 APA, all rights reserved).

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • COVID-19
  • Communication Aids for Disabled*
  • Coronavirus Infections*
  • Health Services Accessibility*
  • Humans
  • Mental Disorders*
  • Mental Health Services*
  • Pandemics*
  • Persons With Hearing Impairments*
  • Pneumonia, Viral*
  • Psychological Distress*
  • Risk