The Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Nagaland has informed that the Department is carrying out an online survey to assess the mental health status of people in Nagaland during COVID-19 pandemic. Any person in Nagaland over the age of 16 years can participate in the survey. Frontline workers are strongly encouraged to participate in the study.

The survey takes about 5 minutes to complete. The prevalence of insomnia, anxiety, depression, somatisation (anxiety causing physical problem), and phobia (COVID-19 related) will be assessed. This survey will help the department to strategize future intervention measures.

To participate in the study, go to the website of department of health and family welfare nagahealth.nagaland.gov.in or you can also directly click on the link given: https://nagahealth.nagaland.gov.in/mcntal-hcalth-survey/. The link will also be shared in various social media platforms. The survey closes on 30th June, 2020.

(DIPR)