You don’t need to be a psychiatrist to recognize that millions of people are suffering emotionally as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. The losses are multiple: health and well-being including death and disability for those with the virus; social isolation and job loss; worry and stress as we go through waves of infection while we wait for a vaccine that could break the back of this scourge. Loneliness is especially devastating for many who shelter in place for many weeks. Recognizing this mental health crisis and addressing its consequences are essential in the recovery ahead.
Dr. Steven S. Sharfstein recently retired as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sheppard Pratt Health System, where he has worked for 30 years. He is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland. A practicing clinician for more than 45 years, he is best known for his research and writing on the economics of practice and public mental health policy. He was President of the American Psychiatric Association from 2005 -2006.
Following Dr. Sharfstein’s presentation there will be an opportunity for questions and answers through the Zoom Chat function and an opportunity for attendees to reflect on their own emotional well-being as well as others during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Steven S. Sharfstein recently retired as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sheppard Pratt Health System, where he has worked for 30 years. He is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland. A practicing clinician for more than 45 years, he is best known for his research and writing on the economics of practice and public mental health policy. He was President of the American Psychiatric Association from 2005 -2006.
Following Dr. Sharfstein’s presentation there will be an opportunity for questions and answers through the Zoom Chat function and an opportunity for attendees to reflect on their own emotional well-being as well as others during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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