In California, a wave of suicide during quarantine: there are more than deaths from COVID-19

Doctors at the medical center. John Muir in Walnut Creek, California, says there have been more suicide deaths during quarantine than from COVID-19. Writes about it ABC7News.

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Doctors are convinced that the mental health of people is suffering so much that the time has come to put an end to quarantine.

“Personally, I think it’s time,” said Dr. Mike de Boisblanc. “I think the quarantine was initially introduced so that hospitals would have the resources to care for patients with COVID-19. Now they are."

The number of suicides is unprecedented, he said.

“We’ve never seen numbers like this in such a short time,” he said. “In four weeks there were as many suicide attempts as usually occur in a year.”

Casey Hansen worked as a traumatologist at John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek for nearly 33 years. She is worried because, because of the increasing number of suicide attempts, doctors cannot save as many patients as they usually did.

“What I recently encountered is something I’ve never seen before,” Hansen said, shocked. “I’ve never seen so many intentional injuries.”

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Doctors decided to talk about this because they want society to be aware, for people to support each other, and for those who are having a hard time going through this period to seek help.

John Muir Health Hospital said the organization generally supports quarantine restrictions.

“John Muir Health has supported and continues to support the shelter-in-place order put in place by the Department of Health to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We understand that there are different opinions on this issue, including among our medical workers. Therefore, John Muir Health encourages its physicians and staff to engage constructively in these discussions, the hospital said. “We all share concerns about the health of our community, whether it be COVID-19, mental health, intentional violence or other issues.” We continue to actively collaborate with our Behavioral Health Center, county health officials and community organizations to raise awareness of mental health issues and provide resources to all those in need. If you are in crisis and need immediate help, call 211 and 800-833 2900 or text HOPE to 20121.”

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The Contra Costa County Crisis Center has consultants who can answer calls on the hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The call is free and confidential.

Its CEO says calling 1-800-273-TALK can make a huge difference.

“People overwhelmingly say they feel better after calling and getting the resources they need,” said Executive Director Tom Tamura. “With help comes hope.” I believe there are people and organizations you can contact to get the information you need and the resources you need to get through this difficult time.”

He also said that calls to their hotline decreased, but not dramatically.

“People were cut off from regular support services, churches, schools and book clubs,” Tamura explains. “And this is combined with the closure of some counseling centers. Perhaps this is what gave people a certain shock.”

Hansen says personal meetings, even under quarantine, can help mental health.

“Stay six feet apart, wear a mask, wash your hands,” she said.

According to Hansen, attention to human mental health is very important.

“They are not ready to die,” explains the traumatologist. “It’s more of a cry for help.”

Hansen and de Boisblanc say that most of the young people commit suicide. They are worried about job loss as quarantine continues.

If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-273-TALK. If you can’t remember it, dial 211 - they will direct you to the correct number.

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