What did the COVID-19 epidemic learn psychiatrists?

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of the psychopathological consequences of the COVID-19 epidemic. Particular emphasis is placed on assessing the fact of increased mortality from COVID-19 in patients with schizophrenia and affective disorders. It is concluded that this was influenced by the irrational use of antipsychotics, which contributed to the appearance of diabetes and overweight in patients.

Keywords

COVID-19 / schizophrenia / mental disorders / psychopharmacotherapy / rational use of antipsychotics and antidepressants

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