COVID-19 suicidal behavior among couples and suicide pacts: Case study evidence from press reports

reasons for suicide pacts among couples is among young couples whose parents refuse to let the couple get married (Milin & Turgay, 1990; Part et al., 2013; Pridmore & Reddy, 2010). Globally, the psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is of concern. While existing health facilities are prioritizing the medical treatment of individuals with COVID-19, the resources to treat the subsequent and related psychological effects are arguably insufficient. While the consequences of the physical infection can be seen, the psychological effects are often not seen until it is too late. Given the fact there is no vaccine for treating COVID-19, no-one can be sure when the pandemic will end. This in itself can be a psychological stressor that may lead…