The social underpinnings of mental distress in the time of COVID-19 – time for urgent action DOI Creative Commons
Nikolas Rose, Nick Manning, Richard P. Bentall

et al.

Wellcome Open Research, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 5, P. 166 - 166

Published: July 13, 2020

We argue that predictions of a 'tsunami' mental health problems as consequence the pandemic coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and lockdown are overstated; feelings anxiety sadness entirely normal reactions to difficult circumstances, not symptoms poor health. Some people will need specialised support, especially those already leading tough lives; we immediate reversal years underfunding community services. However, disproportionate effects COVID-19 on most disadvantaged, BAME placed at risk by their social economic conditions, were predictable. Mental is best ensured urgently rebuilding supports stripped away over last decade. Governments must pump funds into local authorities rebuild services, peer mutual aid voluntary sector organisations. Health care organisations tackle racism discrimination ensure genuine equal access universal care. Government replace highly conditional benefit systems something like basic income. All policies be subjected legally binding audit. This may sound unfeasibly expensive, but costs, mention costs in personal suffering, though often invisible, far greater.

Language: Английский

Mental health before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: a longitudinal probability sample survey of the UK population DOI Creative Commons
Matthias Pierce, Holly Hope, Tamsin Ford

et al.

The Lancet Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 7(10), P. 883 - 892

Published: July 21, 2020

Language: Английский

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Global prevalence of mental health issues among the general population during the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic: a systematic review and meta-analysis DOI Creative Commons
Surapon Nochaiwong, Chidchanok Ruengorn, Kednapa Thavorn

et al.

Scientific Reports, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 11(1)

Published: May 13, 2021

To provide a contemporary global prevalence of mental health issues among the general population amid coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. We searched electronic databases, preprint grey literature, and unpublished studies from January 1, 2020, to June 16, 2020 (updated on July 11, 2020), with no language restrictions. Observational using validated measurement tools reporting data were screened identify all relevant studies. have included information 32 different countries 398,771 participants. The pooled COVID-19 pandemic varied widely across regions was higher than previous reports before outbreak began. estimate 28.0% for depression; 26.9% anxiety; 24.1% post-traumatic stress symptoms; 36.5% stress; 50.0% psychological distress; 27.6% sleep problems. Data are limited other aspects issues. Our findings highlight disparities between in terms poverty impacts COVID-19, preparedness respond, economic vulnerabilities that impact Research social burden is needed better manage problems during after epidemics or pandemics. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO CRD 42020177120.

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Mental health responses to the COVID-19 pandemic: a latent class trajectory analysis using longitudinal UK data DOI Creative Commons
Matthias Pierce, Sally McManus, Holly Hope

et al.

The Lancet Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 8(7), P. 610 - 619

Published: May 7, 2021

Language: Английский

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The mental health impact of COVID-19 and lockdown-related stressors among adults in the UK DOI Creative Commons
Tarani Chandola, Meena Kumari, Cara Booker

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Psychological Medicine, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 52(14), P. 2997 - 3006

Published: Dec. 7, 2020

Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic in the UK and subsequent lockdown may have affected mental health of population. This study examines whether there was an increase prevalence incidence common disorders (CMD) adult population during first months changes CMD were associated with stressors related to lockdown. Methods Longitudinal data from Household Study waves 10–11: 2019–2020 1–4 monthly surveys April ( n = 17 761) July 2020 13 754), a representative sample population, analysed. measured using 12-item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) (cut-off >2). Changes analysed relation social stressors. Results Around 29% adults without less than year earlier had 2020. However, by 2020, reduced 9%. Most employment, financial psychological ‘shocks’ at their highest levels steadily later months. Despite lifting some conditions July, loneliness, unemployment, problems domestic work continued influence CMD. Conclusion Some policy responses such as furloughing been effective mitigating for groups employees. reduction lockdown-related middle loneliness remained key determinants among

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Correction to: Families in the COVID‑19 pandemic: parental stress, parent mental health and the occurrence of adverse childhood experiences—results of a representative survey in Germany DOI Creative Commons
Claudia Calvano, Lara Engelke,

Jessica Di Bella

et al.

European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 31(12), P. 2013 - 2016

Published: June 22, 2021

A correction to this paper has been published: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00787-021-01816-4

Language: Английский

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Psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on 4378 UK healthcare workers and ancillary staff: initial baseline data from a cohort study collected during the first wave of the pandemic DOI Creative Commons
Danielle Lamb, Sam Gnanapragasam, Neil Greenberg

et al.

Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 78(11), P. 801 - 808

Published: June 28, 2021

Objectives This study reports preliminary findings on the prevalence of, and factors associated with, mental health well-being outcomes of healthcare workers during early months (April–June) COVID-19 pandemic in UK. Methods Preliminary cross-sectional data were analysed from a cohort (n=4378). Clinical non-clinical staff three London-based NHS Trusts, including acute took part an online baseline survey. The primary outcome measure used is presence probable common disorders (CMDs), measured by General Health Questionnaire. Secondary are anxiety (seven-item Generalised Anxiety Disorder), depression (nine-item Patient Questionnaire), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (six-item Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder checklist), suicidal ideation (Clinical Interview Schedule) alcohol use (Alcohol Use Identification Test). Moral injury using Moray Injury Event Scale. Results Analyses showed substantial levels CMDs (58.9%, 95% CI 58.1 to 60.8) PTSD (30.2%, 28.1 32.5) with lower (27.3%, 25.3 29.4), (23.2%, 21.3 25.3) misuse (10.5%, 9.2 11.9). Women, younger nurses tended have poorer than other staff, except for misuse. Higher reported exposure moral (distress resulting violation one’s code) was strongly increased CMDs, anxiety, depression, symptoms Conclusions Our suggest that support should consider those demographics occupations at highest risk. Rigorous longitudinal needed order respond potential long-term impacts pandemic.

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Investigating the effect of national government physical distancing measures on depression and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic through meta-analysis and meta-regression DOI Creative Commons
João Maurício Castaldelli-Maia, Megan E. Marziali,

Ziyin Lu

et al.

Psychological Medicine, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 51(6), P. 881 - 893

Published: March 2, 2021

Abstract Background COVID-19 physical distancing measures can potentially increase the likelihood of mental disorders. It is unknown whether these are associated with depression and anxiety. Objectives To investigate meta-analytic global levels anxiety during pandemic how implementation mitigation strategies (i.e. public transportation closures, stay-at-home orders, etc.) impacted such Data sources PubMed, MEDLINE, Web Science, BIOSIS Citation Index, Current Content Connect, PsycINFO, CINAHL, medRxiv, PsyArXiv databases for prevalences; Oxford Covid-19 Government Response Tracker containment closure policies indexes; Global Burden Disease Study previous eligibility criteria Original studies conducted pandemic, which assessed categorical anxiety, using PHQ-9 GAD-7 scales (cutoff ⩾10). Participants interventions General population, healthcare providers, students, patients. National measures. appraisal synthesis methods Meta-analysis meta-regression. Results In total, 226 638 individuals were within 60 included studies. prevalence both was 24.0% 21.3%, respectively. There differences in reported across regions countries. Asia (17.6% 17.9%), China (16.2% 15.5%) especially, had lowest Regarding impact on health, only closures increased especially Europe. Limitations Country-level data anxiety/depression may not necessarily reflect local city-specific) contexts. Conclusions implications key findings Mental health concerns should be viewed as a delayed consequence but also concurrent epidemic. Our provide support policy-makers to consider real-time enhanced services, initiatives foster positive outcomes.

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COVID‐19 infection and the broader impacts of the pandemic on healthcare workers DOI Open Access
Natasha Smallwood,

Warren Harrex,

Megan Rees

et al.

Respirology, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 27(6), P. 411 - 426

Published: Jan. 19, 2022

Abstract The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS‐CoV‐2) disease or COVID‐19 pandemic is associated with more than 230 million cases and has challenged healthcare systems globally. Many workers (HCWs) have acquired the infection, often through their workplace, a significant number dying. epidemiology of infection in HCWs continues to be explored, manifold exposure risks identified, leading being recognised as an occupational for HCWs. physical illness due similar general population, some experiencing long‐term illness, which may impact ability return work. also been affected by immense workplace psychosocial disruption caused pandemic. impacts on psychological well‐being globally profound, high prevalence estimates mental health symptoms, including emotional exhaustion. Globally, governments, organisations employers key responsibilities, including: better prepared crises comprehensive disaster response management plans, protect preserve workforce from While prioritising vaccine rollouts critical, managing exposures outbreaks occurring settings remains challenging lead substantial workforce. Safeguarding workforces during critical we move forward new path ‘COVID normal’.

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The Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Well-Being and Psychological Distress: Impact Upon a Single Country DOI Creative Commons
Nicola S. Gray, Chris O’Connor, James Knowles

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Frontiers in Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: Nov. 11, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic is likely to have affected the psychological wellbeing and mental health of many people. Data on prevalence rates problems are needed for service planning. We examined clinically significant distress in a large sample from Wales 11-16 weeks into lockdown, compared this population-based data collected pre-COVID-19. were using an online survey disseminated across open adults (age 16+) 9 June 13 July 2020. Psychological was indexed via Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale, K10. those April 2018-March 2019 gathered by National Survey Wales. 12,989 people analysed. showed decrease pre-COVID levels. Clinically found around 50% population (men = 47·4%, women 58·6%), with 20% showing "severe" effects 17·0%, 20·9%): 3-4-fold increase prevalence. Most young people, women, deprived areas. By June-July 2020 had dramatic living (and implication UK beyond). larger than previous reports. This probably reflects that current taken deeper lockdown period evaluations. services need prepare wave emphasis younger adults, areas greater deprivation.

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COVID-19-related social support service closures and mental well-being in older adults and those affected by dementia: a UK longitudinal survey DOI Creative Commons
Clarissa Giebel,

Daniel Pulford,

Claudia Cooper

et al.

BMJ Open, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 11(1), P. e045889 - e045889

Published: Jan. 1, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on delivery of social support services. This might be expected to particularly affect older adults and people living with dementia (PLWD), reduce their well-being.To explore how service use by adults, carers PLWD, mental well-being changed over the first 3 months since outbreak.Unpaid carers, PLWD took part in longitudinal online or telephone survey collected between April May 2020, at two subsequent timepoints 6 12 weeks after baseline. Participants were asked about usage typical week prior (at baseline), past each three timepoints. They also completed measures levels depression, anxiety well-being.377 participants complete data all Social dropped shortly lockdown imposed timepoint 1 (T1), then increase again T3. access paid care was least affected COVID-19. Cases significantly across study period, while cases depression rose. Well-being increased for from T1 T3.Access services been pandemic, which is starting recover slowly. With differently groups, needs put place maintain better those vulnerable groups during ongoing pandemic.

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