Psychiatrist breaks down the changes of human behaviour in lockdown

The video discusses the human need for stability and predictability, highlighting how anxiety disrupts this balance. It explores the effects of anxiety on mental health, reasoning, and behavior, referencing Sigmund Freud and WH Auden. The video examines primitive brain responses to fear, leading to survival instincts and changes in sleep and eating patterns. It also addresses the challenges of remote communication, emphasizing the importance of context and silence. Strategies for effective communication, especially in interviews and therapy, are provided.

What is a common trigger for increased anxiety according to the video?

• Consistent daily routines

• Regular sleep patterns

• Rapid changes and unpredictability

• Stable life conditions

How does anxiety affect our ability to think, as mentioned in the video?

• It encourages creative solutions

• It improves decision-making skills

• It enhances abstract thinking

• It freezes our ability to reason

What physical change is commonly associated with anxiety?

• Altered sleep patterns

• Improved concentration

• Decreased appetite

• Increased energy levels

What is a challenge of virtual communication highlighted in the video?

• Easier to read body language

• Silence is easier to interpret

• More personal interaction

• Lack of context for silence

What should be acknowledged before starting a virtual interaction?

• The lack of need for silence

• The simplicity of reading emotions online

• The ease of online communication

• The artificiality of the virtual setting