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The pandemic has exacerbated mental health issues globally, with increased rates of anxiety, depression, and PTSD becoming alarmingly common. These emotional struggles are intensified by the historical injustices and inequalities that COVID-19 laid bare, creating additional barriers to healing and recovery.
The Pushback Against Globalization
In response to COVID-19, there has been a marked resurgence of nationalism and a withdrawal from globalization. This shift complicates international relations and collaborations, hindering the exchange of ideas, cultural understanding, and cooperation, fundamentally altering the interpersonal landscape of our world.