Covid-19: Implications and applications of positive psychology in times of pandemic

Abstract

The pandemic caused by the dispersion of COVID-19 in the world has forced many countries to adopt quarantines to contain the virus. Previous researches indicate that people subjected to social isolation develop psychological symptoms mainly related to stress, anxiety, and depression due to social deprivation and confinement. This manuscript presents researches produced by Positive Psychology and indicates how these findings can support interventions to promote mental health and well-being during quarantines. We highlight researches focused on self-compassion, resilience, creativity, hope, optimism, subjective well-being, and mindfulness meditation practices to deal with the adverse effects of quarantines. Considerations and implications of these practices are discussed in detail.