2020 Reflections and Possibilities for 2021

The article "2020 Reflections and Possibilities for 2021" by Ruth Lanius reflects on the challenges faced during the year 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the emotional, financial, and social hardships that people around the world experienced. Lanius highlights the resilience and unity demonstrated by society, particularly through the efforts of healthcare workers and essential workers who risked their safety to support others. The article also addresses the social and economic inequities exposed by the pandemic and the importance of addressing these issues. Despite the difficulties, Lanius sees potential for positive change in the future, including the expansion of psychological treatments through virtual means, which could improve accessibility for those in remote areas. She concludes with a hopeful outlook, stressing the need for global cooperation, kindness, and compassion as the way forward.

  • Understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global society, particularly in terms of emotional and financial hardships.

  • Recognize the role of healthcare and essential workers during the pandemic and the importance of addressing social and economic inequities.

  • Explore the potential long-term changes in psychological treatment delivery, including the benefits and challenges of virtual therapy.

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