While much has been done to understand the physical implications of contracting Covid-19, we have yet to grasp the potential long term mental health implications for patients. The necessary isolation experienced during initial recovery, coupled with natural feelings of frustration, fear and anxiety as the body fights off infection, can have a much greater impact than many yet understand or appreciate.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the potential mental health effects of Long Covid, and how contracting, fighting and recovering from the virus can affect your emotional and psychological health. We’ll also examine what Long Covid is, and when you should seek help from your GP or psychiatrist about your mental health.
Although for most people Covid-19 remains a mild and brief disease, others suffer for months with ‘Long Covid’ symptoms, such as fatigue, breathlessness and persistent pain. Long Covid can be extremely debilitating and even the simplest tasks, such as going for a walk, can feel exhausting and overwhelming.
