Crucial research of how the pandemic shaped the mental health landscape
We're excited to announce Spectrum has just published a groundbreaking study in the journal Mental Health Science.
Thu, Jan 16
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on people with BPD?
The research, titled "The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the well-being of people with Borderline Personality Disorder", explores the profound effects that the pandemic had on Australians living with BPD.
The study shed light on the unique challenges faced by people with BPED during and after the pandemic. While the immediate impact of COVID-19 was difficult for many, the long-term psychological, social, and economic consequences were particularly challenging for people living with personality disorder and complex trauma.
This research is crucial for deepening our understanding of how the pandemic shaped the mental health landscape for people with BPD, highlighting ongoing challenges they face as we move into the post-pandemic world.
Despite the end of lockdowns, many may still face challenges such as social isolation, disrupted routines, and anxiety about reintegration into social settings - issues particularly exacerbated for people with BPD who are vulnerable to heightened feelings of loneliness and abandonment.