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Doctors without 'Disorders': Is it normal or pathological to fear COVID-19 and its effects?

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week we asked Professor Lisa Bortolotti her opinion.

Lisa Bortolotti

Some people talk about a potential rise in mental disorders, whereas others object to medicalising the effects of the pandemic, arguing that in these exceptional times it is perfectly normal to feel sad, scared, worried, and lonely. Who is right?

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week we asked Professor Lisa Bortolotti her opinion.