There is no cure for genital herpes, especially for recurrent genital herpes, so most patients suffer from the disease for a long time and their quality of life remains very low. On the other hand, genital herpes can also cause a series of psychiatric symptoms such as depression, fear of rejection, isolation, fear of discovery, and self-destruction due to the moral loss and sexual stress that can haunt the patient. The incidence of psychiatric complications is generally higher in people with primary infection than in those with recurrent infection, with depressive manifestations being the most common. Once abnormal psychological and psychiatric problems are identified, prompt medical attention should be sought for psychological intervention. A study confirmed that psychological diversion treatment can reduce the recurrence rate of genital herpes by 60%, so herpes patients should actively talk to their physicians about their doubts, concerns, depression and pain to get through the difficult times and avoid mental breakdowns.