The article reviews the psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on various segments of society. It highlights the widespread fear and anxiety caused by the virus, leading to mass hysteria and economic burdens. The forced quarantine and lockdowns have resulted in acute panic, anxiety, obsessive behaviors, and depression among the general population. Social media has exacerbated these issues by spreading misinformation and stoking infobesity, leading to increased stigma, racism, and xenophobia. Healthcare workers are particularly vulnerable to psychological stress, burnout, and adverse mental health outcomes. Children, older adults, caregivers, marginalized communities, and individuals with pre-existing psychiatric illnesses are also affected by the pandemic, experiencing significant psychological distress. The article emphasizes the need for psychosocial crisis prevention and intervention models, the integration of mental health services, and the use of technology to address these issues. It calls for the establishment of mental health organizations and the implementation of policies to prevent discrimination and stigma.The article reviews the psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on various segments of society. It highlights the widespread fear and anxiety caused by the virus, leading to mass hysteria and economic burdens. The forced quarantine and lockdowns have resulted in acute panic, anxiety, obsessive behaviors, and depression among the general population. Social media has exacerbated these issues by spreading misinformation and stoking infobesity, leading to increased stigma, racism, and xenophobia. Healthcare workers are particularly vulnerable to psychological stress, burnout, and adverse mental health outcomes. Children, older adults, caregivers, marginalized communities, and individuals with pre-existing psychiatric illnesses are also affected by the pandemic, experiencing significant psychological distress. The article emphasizes the need for psychosocial crisis prevention and intervention models, the integration of mental health services, and the use of technology to address these issues. It calls for the establishment of mental health organizations and the implementation of policies to prevent discrimination and stigma.