Citation

Vranda MN. Indian J. Psychol. Med. 2021; 43(5): 446-450.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Indian Psychiatric Society, South Zone, Publisher Medknow Publications)

DOI

10.1177/02537176211035696

PMID

34584312

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 have resulted in social isolation, reduced social support system, and increased domestic violence (DV) cases against women and children. The governments and NGOs have taken several measures to prevent DV by starting helpline, WhatsApp numbers, and counseling services during the lockdown to safeguard the women. This paper describes a case scenario of how we offered tele-case work consultation during the lockdown period due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the procedure adopted, and preventive measures followed while providing a tailor-made psychosocial intervention to a DV survivor. It also discusses the strengths and challenges while offering tele-consultation and possible steps to overcome the technological barriers to mental health professionals.

Language: en

Keywords

COVID-19; women; Domestic; tele-case work; violence