The mental health of Brazilian health professionals within the context of the Covid-19 pandemic

Abstract

The pandemic caused by Covid-19 has negatively affected the mental health of health professionals, especially those working on the frontline dealing with the fear of infection and infecting others, lack of personal protective equipment and excessive workloads. This text discusses the nuances related to the mental health of Brazilian health professionals in times of pandemic, highlighting the importance of the psychosocial care network in providing support to those who need special care and psychological resilience as a strategy for tackling adversities posed by the pandemic. The mental health service continues to face urgent challenges and deserves the due attention of health authorities in Brazil.