Hypoxia and Psychology: Impact, Mechanisms, and Interventions

Abstract

With the development of the central and western regions and population migration, the impact of high altitude hypoxia on mental health has become increasingly prominent. This article systematically reviews the effects of hypoxia on mood and sleep, as well as the moderating role of individual differences on high altitude mental health. It explores the impairment of psychological function through physiological mechanisms such as neurotransmitter disorders, HPA axis and SAM axis imbalances, and proposes comprehensive intervention strategies from multiple perspectives, including oxygen therapy, medication, psychological training, and exercise intervention. The aim is to provide theoretical basis and practical guidance for maintaining mental health among individuals living in high altitude areas.