  COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the roots of healthcare facilities worldwide,
with the US being one of the most affected countries irrespective of being a
superpower. Along with the current pandemic, COVID-19 can cause a secondary
crisis of mental health pandemic if left unignored. Various studies from past
epidemics, financial turmoil and pandemic, especially SARS and MERS, have shown
a steep increase in mental and psychological issues like depression, low
quality of life, self-harm and suicidal tendencies among general populations.
The most venerable being the individuals infected and cured due to social
discrimination. The government is taking steps to contain and prevent further
infections of COVID-19. However, the mental and psychological wellbeing of
people is still left ignored in developing countries like India. There is a
significant gap in India concerning mental and psychological health still being
stigmatized and considered 'non-existent'. This study's effort is to highlight
the importance of mental and psychological health and to suggest interventions
based on positive psychology literature. These interventions can support the
wellbeing of people acting as a psychological first aid.
  Keywords: COVID-19, Coronavirus, Pandemic, Mental wellbeing, Psychological
Wellbeing, Positive Psychology Interventions.
