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Hello MNHQ, could you PLEASE consider having a word with some of the people on the coronavirus threads?

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Kokeshi123 · 24/03/2020 02:53

I'm getting frustrated with the tone adopted by a lot of people on here, many of whom appear to be almost enjoying the fact that they havein their opiniona kind of socially sanctioned excuse for unpleasantness, swearing, "FFS" galore, nasty judgmental comments, giving horrible replies to people who are merely confused and asking questions, and a whole lot else.

I would report, but the thing is, it's EVERYWHERE. I would end up reporting half the threads I read.

We need some generalized guidance from MNHQ, including warnings that the ban-hammer will be wielded for repeated offenders.

I am in East Asia where we have been dealing with the pandemic more effectively than most European countries and America. What's striking is the way people in East Asia are quietly getting on with things, rather than snarling and bitching at each other.

We need to pull together in this crisis and we need to have transparency of information. It's worrying if people are made to feel that they will be spoken to in this ghastly way every time they ask for clarification or advice.

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Lynda07 · 24/03/2020 05:51

I agree, everyone has become resentful because others aren't doing what they think they should be doing. It's a tough time! Some have it worse than others, that's life at the best of times.

turnandfacethenamechange · 24/03/2020 05:49

A lot of people accusing others of being stupid when they're really just a few thought processes behind some others and haven't considered all the scenarios yet. I hope it doesn't put people off asking for help.

LonginesPrime · 24/03/2020 03:12

Yes, I agree - every day MNers are feeling the impact of the crisis on their own lives and one on here to vent/get advice/connect in a time when we need this place more than ever.

There are several threads where an OP is lamenting or fretting about a concern they have, only to be told that they should STFU because everyone else has problems too.

One example (which unfortunately isn't the only one) is where the OP was concerned about cancellation of her DC's routine (but still important) medical appointments, to be told something along the lines of 'you're unbelievable you fucking cunt' - WTAF?

We've all been having those moments of 'oh no, this means that x is cancelled too', 'what a shame, we can't do y', 'I wonder what's likely to happen about z', but if you voice any of those thoughts on MN, posters will merely point out your selfishness and/or fucking stupidity.

I know everyone is stressed right now and there's a sense across society that normal rules don't apply, but the viciousness on MN lately is just horrible. I had the day off of it until this evening and actually felt so much better for it.

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