Loneliness before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic review with meta-analysis.

American Psychologist, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 77(5), P. 660 - 677

Published: May 9, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic and measures aimed at its mitigation, such as physical distancing, have been discussed risk factors for loneliness, which increases the of premature mortality mental health conditions. To ascertain whether loneliness has increased since start pandemic, this study to narratively statistically synthesize relevant high-quality primary studies. This systematic review with meta-analysis was registered PROSPERO (ID CRD42021246771). Searched databases were PubMed, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library/Central Register Controlled Trials/EMBASE/CINAHL, Web Science, World Health Organization (WHO) database, supplemented by Google Scholar citation searching (cutoff date search December 5, 2021). Summary data from prospective research including assessments before during extracted. Of 6,850 retrieved records, 34 studies (23 longitudinal, 9 pseudolongitudinal, 2 reporting both designs) on 215,026 participants included. Risk bias (RoB) estimated using in non-randomised studies-of interventions (ROBINS-I) tool. Standardized mean differences (SMD, Hedges' g) continuous values logOR prevalence rates calculated pooled effect size estimators random-effects meta-analyses. Pooling longitudinal designs only (overall N = 45,734), scores (19 studies, SMD 0.27 [95% confidence interval 0.14-0.40], Z 4.02, p < .001, I 98%) (8 0.33 [0.04-0.62], 2.25, .02, 96%) relative prepandemic times small sizes. Results robust respect studies' overall RoB, pseudolongitudinal designs, timing assessments, clinical populations. heterogeneity effects indicates a need further investigate protective progresses inform targeted interventions. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved).

Language: Английский

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Cohort Profile: COVIDMENT: COVID-19 cohorts on mental health across six nations

International Journal of Epidemiology, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 51(3), P. e108 - e122

Published: Oct. 21, 2021

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and risk factors of internet gaming disorder and problematic internet use before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: A large online survey of Japanese adults

Journal of Psychiatric Research, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 142, P. 218 - 225

Published: Aug. 4, 2021

Internet gaming disorder (IGD) and problematic internet use (PIU) are becoming increasingly detrimental to modern society, with serious consequences for daily functioning. IGD PIU may be exacerbated by lifestyle changes imposed the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. This study investigated in during pandemic risk factors them. is a part of larger online smartphone Japan, originally planned 2019, expanded August 2020 include impact COVID-19. 51,246 adults completed an survey (August 2020), Japan. Of these, 3,938 had also before onset (December 2019) were used as population determine how has influenced PIU. was assessed using Gaming Disorder Scale (IGDS). measured Compulsive Use (CIUS). The prevalence probable COVID-19 4.1% overall [95%CI, 3.9%–4.2%] (N = 51,246), 8.6% among younger people (age < 30), 1–2.5% higher than reported Probable 7.8% 7.6%–8.1%], 17.0% 15.9%–18.2%] people, 3.2–3.7% Comparisons pandemic, revealed that increased 1.6 times, 1.5 times (IGD: χ2 619.9, p .001, PIU: 594.2, .001). Youth 30) infection strongly associated exacerbation (odds ratio, 2.10 1.18 3.75] 5.67 1.33 24.16]). appear aggravated In particular, persons infected at Disorder. Prevention treatment these problems needed.

Language: Английский

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Mental health in Europe during the COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review

The Lancet Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 10(7), P. 537 - 556

Published: June 12, 2023

Language: Английский

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Loneliness and psychological distress before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: Relationships with social media identity bubbles

Social Science & Medicine, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 293, P. 114674 - 114674

Published: Dec. 21, 2021

Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on well-being and mental health are a concern worldwide. This article is based two longitudinal studies that investigated role social media use in loneliness psychological distress before during pandemic. Study 1 utilized nationally representative 3-point data (n = 735) collected 2017-2020 Finnish population. 2 5-point 840) 2019-2021 representing working We analyzed using multilevel mixed-effects regression analysis. A analysis showed perceived did not increase among population Stronger involvement identity bubbles predicted lower results since outbreak pandemic, has increased lonely individuals but general Involvement generally it buffer against higher individuals. The findings suggest risk factor for prolonged negative effects Social can offer meaningful resources times distancing cannot protect those who perceive themselves as often lonely.

Language: Английский

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Mental Health in Times of the COVID-19 Pandemic

European Psychologist, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 26(4), P. 310 - 322

Published: Oct. 1, 2021

Abstract. The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the most serious health and economic crises 21st century. From a psychological point view, its consequences can be conceptualized as multidimensional potentially toxic stressor for mental in general population. This selective literature review provides an overview longitudinal studies published until June 2021 that have investigated impact on European Risk protective factors identified are summarized. Forty-two met inclusion search criteria ( COVID-19, health, longitudinal, Europe) PubMed, PsycInfo, Web Science databases indicate differential effects distress, depression, anxiety, depending samples methods used. Age-specific (e.g., young age), social female, ethnical minority, loneliness), well physical health-related pre-pandemic illness) were risk poor health. to several such support, higher cognitive ability, resilience, self-efficacy. Increasing evidence supports assumption being with some populations appearing more vulnerable than others, although inconsistencies arise. Whether will lead increase prevalence disorders open question. Further high-quality multi-national meta-analyses needed draw complete picture

Language: Английский

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Mental Health Consequences of COVID-19 Pandemic Period in the European Population: An Institutional Challenge

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(15), P. 9347 - 9347

Published: July 30, 2022

The worldwide spread of SARS-CoV-2 has been responsible for an infectious pandemic, with repercussions on socio-economic aspects and the physical mental health general population. present systematic review aimed to evaluate data belonging European framework, analyzing population by age group. Original articles reviews state have researched starting from 2021. Initially, a total 1764 studies were found, among which 75 selected. Youth group most affected pandemic consequences health, emotional behavioral alterations observed third more than half children adolescents examined. Among both adults, female gender had higher prevalence psychopathological symptoms. main risk factors poor social support, economic difficulties, and, in particular, unemployment or job changes. Additional individual perception loneliness, presence pre-pandemic illness/distress, some personality traits, such as neuroticism, impulsiveness, use maladaptive coping strategies. Unexpectedly, elderly maintained good resilience towards change, even if stress factor was represented feeling loneliness contact. As regards suicidal behaviors, adolescents, there increase attempts 25%, greater gender. This increased also association symptoms anxiety depression, socio-environmental conditions. In conclusion, groups found be at psychological burden during waves, thus representing priority targets socio-health interventions.

Language: Английский

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Time trends in mental health indicators during the initial 16 months of the COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark

BMC Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 22(1)

Published: Jan. 10, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic and its associated national lockdowns have been linked to deteriorations in mental health worldwide. A number of studies analysed changes indicators during the pandemic; however, these generally had a small timepoints, focused on initial months pandemic. Furthermore, most followed-up same individuals, resulting significant loss follow-up biased estimates change. Here we report time trends key amongst Danish adults over course (March 2020 - July 2021) focusing subgroups defined by gender, age, self-reported previously diagnosed chronic and/or illness. We used time-series data collected Epinion (N=8,261) with 43 timepoints between 20 March 22 2021. Using repeated cross-sectional study design, independent sets individuals were asked respond Copenhagen Corona-Related Mental Health questionnaire at each timepoint, was weighted population proportions. six examined loneliness, anxiety, social isolation, quality life, COVID-19-related worries, scale. Gender, presence illness stratify into for comparisons. Poorer observed strictest phases lockdowns, whereas better outcomes occurred reopening phases. Women, young (<34 yrs), those mental- demonstrated poorer mean than others. Those pre-existing further less reactive time-series. greatest differences women/men younger/older age groups second lockdown. People reported disadvantageous but stable levels thus far, they seem be affected factors that result fluctuating other subgroups.

Language: Английский

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Big Five traits predict stress and loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic: Evidence for the role of neuroticism

Personality and Individual Differences, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 190, P. 111531 - 111531

Published: Jan. 25, 2022

Language: Английский

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Assessment of Anxiety, Stress, and Depression Among COVID-19 Survivors After 40 Months in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq: An Online Cross-Sectional Study

Cureus, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: July 3, 2024

Background and aims: COVID-19 survivors often experience significant pervasive psychological distress. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence demographic factors affecting anxiety, stress, depression levels among in Kurdistan region of Iraq. Method: online cross-sectional was conducted from August 1, 2023 December 17, 2023, Iraq, including Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok. Purposive sampling used collect data using an survey. The survey included information Depression, Anxiety, Stress Scale - 21 Items (DASS-21). Statistical analysis performed Stata version 12 (StataCorp LLC, College Station, TX), with frequency percentage for categorical variables mean standard deviation quantitative variables. Ordinal regression analyses were assess associations between mental health outcomes. A p-value less than 0.05 considered statistically significant. Results: total 783 participants enrolled study. score anxiety 11.62 ± 4.71, indicating moderate levels. For depression, 11.54 5.21, mild levels, 14.0 5.78, normal Younger individuals (15-27) showed higher stress (Estimate: 18.96, P=0.001) 2.79, compared older age groups. Males reported significantly lower -1.01, P=0.001), -1.29, -0.72, females. Participants a diploma had 0.65, P=0.004) 0.77, P=0.002) those only elementary education. Conclusions: found survivors, To address these issues, it is recommended that policymakers develop targeted interventions. Healthcare providers should focus on early identification treatment, providing personalized counseling support enhance coping mechanisms overall well-being. By implementing measures, outcomes Iraq can be improved.

Language: Английский

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