Introduction and Conceptualization of Attitudes Toward Emergency Management The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated unprecedented levels of public cooperation with emergency management strategies, ranging from mandatory lockdowns and mask mandates to extensive vaccination campaigns. Attitudes toward these measures became a critical area of psychological inquiry, profoundly influencing the effectiveness of public health interventions. An attitude, in this […]
Psychological Theory and Practice toward the COVID-19 Pandemic The emergence of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), leading to the global COVID-19 pandemic, necessitated an immediate and profound engagement from the field of psychology. This global health crisis was not merely a biological or medical challenge; it represented a massive, interconnected psychosocial event […]
Introduction and Definition of Adherence Adherence, in the context of a global health crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, refers specifically to the degree to which individuals consistently follow recommended non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) designed to mitigate viral transmission. These behaviors, which include practices like consistent mask-wearing, maintaining physical distance, and rigorous hand hygiene, represent a […]
Introduction to Human Avian Influenza and the Psychological Context of Attitudes The emergence and sporadic transmission of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) viruses, such as H5N1 and H7N9, pose significant global public health threats, not only due to their pandemic potential but also because of the complex psychological and behavioral responses they elicit in human […]
Introduction to Ventilator Triage and Ethical Dilemmas Ventilator triage protocols are implemented during catastrophic public health emergencies, such as widespread pandemics, when the demand for critical life support resources, specifically mechanical ventilation, significantly exceeds the available supply. These protocols necessitate difficult decisions regarding which patients will receive access to potentially life-saving treatment and which will […]