 The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a significant increase in mental health issues worldwide. Risk factors such as intolerance of uncertainty and maladaptive emotion regulation have been linked to higher levels of stress, depression, and anxiety. On the other hand, protective factors like cognitive control and cognitive flexibility have been found to be beneficial in mitigating the negative effects of the pandemic. Additionally, certain individuals may benefit more from interventions focused on improving their cognitive control and flexibility than others. This article was authored by Malvika Godara, Jainas Everett, Alvaray Sanchez Lopez, and others.