Psychiatry Clin Neurosci September 2020 PMID 32654336

Forced social isolation due to COVID-19 and consequent mental health problems: Lessons from hikikomori.

Takahiro A Kato, Norman Sartorius, Naotaka Shinfuku

Mentions

18
Peak: 4 in Oct 2020
across 3 sources since Jul 2020

Extended reach

24,272
potential audience

Total likes

14

Video views

221

Mentions per month

Jul 2020 – May 2021

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Overall, the discussions demonstrate high concern for mental health consequences stemming from social isolation, with posts emphasizing issues like impact on children and calling for research, illustrating active engagement and recognition of the article’s importance. Words like 'devastating consequences' and phrases such as 'lessons from hikikomori' reflect a tone of seriousness and urgency about mental health implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the negative effects of forced social isolation on mental health, aligning with the article’s concerns about social withdrawal and hikikomori.

InterestHigh interest

The high interest score reflects the relevance and urgency perceived in conversations about mental health, social isolation, and COVID-19's consequences.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show some depth by referencing specific issues like impacts on children and calling for further research, indicating engagement with the topic.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the significance of understanding mental health challenges during the pandemic, suggesting a moderate influence on social awareness and policy considerations.

Abstract in brief

  • The text discusses how the social isolation caused by COVID-19 has negatively impacted mental health, drawing parallels to the phenomenon of hikikomori, where individuals withdraw from society for extended periods.
  • It explores the psychological effects of forced solitude and how this situation has highlighted issues related to social withdrawal and mental health struggles.
  • Lastly, the text offers lessons learned from hikikomori cases to better understand and address the mental health challenges brought on by the pandemic-related isolation.]

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Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences
@PCN_Psychiatry · X

Forced social isolation due to COVID-19 and consequent mental health problems: lessons from hikikomori https://t.co/kLoRfqpWez #COVID19 #coronavirus #MentalHealthMatters #hikikomori #ひきこもり #socialisolation #ForcedSocialisolation #social #internet #InternetAddiction https://t.co/6QhbOuIchP

Jul 12, 2020 · 5 likes · 1 share · 660 followers View post →
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@alandrummond2 https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Oct 4, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,784 followers View post →
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RT @nursecaro13: @alandrummond2 https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Oct 4, 2020 · 1 share · 3,646 followers View post →
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@AarthurHA https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Aug 17, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
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@AarthurHA @ShadyAshamalla @AFolkHero https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

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Sep 15, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →

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@nursecaro13 · X

@LapinDeFluff @JONNYtheC @TinaYazdani You talk about womens right's on your profile yet you are forcing people into NPIs. I think you need to do some research. Here I will get you started again https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Jan 13, 2021 · 1,784 followers View post →
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@NicholasBG @JohnCollison @kllygirl76 @BrianPallister https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

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@NightShiftMD https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Nov 9, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
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@nursecaro13 · X

@StephenPunwasi @WithForethought Lock downs can have a high cost to mental health, so add more to your calculation. https://t.co/1Wdm8mkhKv https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Oct 7, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
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@CPHO_Canada @environmentca https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Oct 5, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
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RT @nursecaro13: @alandrummond2 https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Oct 4, 2020 · 1 share · 3,646 followers View post →
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@alandrummond2 https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Oct 4, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,784 followers View post →
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@MelDCoughlin @OnCall4ON https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Sep 15, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
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@nursecaro13 · X

@AarthurHA @ShadyAshamalla @AFolkHero https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Aug 17, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
Caro
@nursecaro13 · X

@AarthurHA https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t

Aug 17, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
Caro
@nursecaro13 · X

@ShadyAshamalla @AFolkHero Does this look good for children to you? Social isolation, lack social interaction can have devastating consequences for mental, emotional and physical health including the immune system https://t.co/TSSjYAUl4t https://t.co/ZBAzbh7xjN

Aug 17, 2020 · 1,784 followers View post →
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RT @PCN_Psychiatry: Forced social isolation due to COVID-19 and consequent mental health problems: lessons from hikikomori https://t.co/kL…

Jul 12, 2020 · 1 share · 114 followers View post →
Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences
@PCN_Psychiatry · X

Forced social isolation due to COVID-19 and consequent mental health problems: lessons from hikikomori https://t.co/kLoRfqpWez #COVID19 #coronavirus #MentalHealthMatters #hikikomori #ひきこもり #socialisolation #ForcedSocialisolation #social #internet #InternetAddiction https://t.co/6QhbOuIchP

Jul 12, 2020 · 5 likes · 1 share · 660 followers View post →