Trauma Propagation in Social Networks

D, Sadish (2021): Trauma Propagation in Social Networks.

Abstract

I present evidence that rises in the severity of the Covid-19 pandemic in one location increased internet searches indicative of mental disorders in another location that is spatially separated but socially connected.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Mental Health, Social Networks, Covid-19
• Subjects: I - Health, Education, and Welfare > I1 - Health

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