Guidance Note: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Implications of Mpox Outbreaks
This document provides an overview of the psychosocial consequences of virus outbreaks, with a focus on mpox, and outlines key considerations for MHPSS programming.
This guidance note is intended for Red Cross Red Crescent National Societies and IFRC departments who may be responding to mpox in their country, or region. It includes guidance on:
- common reactions and behaviours in epidemics
- caring for staff and volunteers in health emergencies
- integration of MHPSS considerations for into health responses
- links to existing relevant materials.