It was discovered that a woman in her thirties in Tokyo, who had been receiving medical treatment at home after being infected with the new coronavirus, had committed suicide.
It is said that the memo that was left said, "I caused trouble because of myself."
Experts point out that "home caregivers have a particularly heavy mental burden and need adequate care."
A woman in her thirties was found dead in a condominium room in Tokyo this month, according to people familiar with the matter.
The woman was treated at home after being found to be infected with the new coronavirus, and the situation at the scene revealed that she had died herself.
The memo that was left said that "I'm sorry for causing trouble to others because of myself" was written.
The woman had few symptoms, but she was worried that she might have been depressed because she had been infected.
Related organizations are investigating the detailed history of the time.
Expert "Understanding the mental state and taking care"
Associate Professor Michiko Ueda of Waseda University, who is investigating the psychological effects of the spread of the new coronavirus, points out that measures are needed as the number of home care recipients increases.
Associate Professor Ueda said, "Infection with the new coronavirus not only causes anxiety about health, but also anxiety such as" I may be transferred to my family "and various spirits such as" I may be bashed by society. " Many people feel a burden on them. In particular, home recuperators may have to do household affairs while worrying about their own health, and communication with outsiders is also restricted, so it is mentally considerable. Isn't it cornered? "
He says, "It is necessary to take sufficient care, such as not only checking the physical condition by a health center, but also grasping the mental state in more detail and taking measures as necessary."