精神醫療與傳染病的奇遇—衛生福利部草屯療養院的草屯檢疫所經驗

Adventures in Psychiatric Medicine and Infectious Disease

COVID-19這個百年大疫，不但對於全國民眾的生活與生命健康造成重大影響，對於醫界也做了最大耐受極限的一次考驗。身為醫界的一員，精神醫學界在這場抗役的過程中，打破了過去壁壘分明的心理與生理的藩籬，重新學習，成為我國防疫團隊不可分割的一部分。其次，精神科團隊因為心理治療的訓練，具備有處理高情緒張力被隔離者的獨特優勢。最後，檢疫所內醫療機構與負責安全的保警的合作經驗，也帶來解決長期警消與精神醫療在處理社區精神病人與牽涉司法的個案困局的新思考。

The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound and far-reaching effects on both individual and public health. It has also presented significant challenges to our healthcare industry. Within this landscape, psychiatry, an integral part of the medical field, has played a crucial role in bridging the gap between physical and mental healthcare domains. It has contributed significantly to the fight against COVID-19 through active reevaluation of infection control and treatment protocols. Psychiatric teams, equipped with professional training in psychotherapy, offer a unique advantage in managing the heightened tension and psychological stress experienced by individuals in quarantine. Furthermore, the collaborative efforts in quarantine facilities have created opportunities for healthcare institutions to work closely with law enforcement agencies. This experience has opened up new avenues for addressing long-standing issues related to the compulsory treatment of psychiatric patients within communities.