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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Loneliness and depressive symptoms differ by sexual orientation and gender identity during physical distancing measures in response to COVID‐19 pandemic in Germany

Applied Psychology Health and Well-Being, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 15(1), P. 80 - 96

Published: June 6, 2022

Abstract During the COVID‐19 pandemic, physical distancing measures to prevent transmission of virus have been implemented. The effect on loneliness especially for vulnerable groups remained unclear. Thus, we aimed investigate in relation with depressive symptoms among lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, inter, asexual, and queer (LGBT) persons compared cis‐heterosexual during pandemic. We conducted an online survey first two waves pandemic Germany. contained self‐categorizations regarding sexual orientation gender identity, questions loneliness, social contacts, symptoms, healthcare. Descriptive regression analysis propensity score matching across cohorts was using R; 2641 participants took part wave 4143 second wave. proportion lonely people higher LGBT were more than persons. In both waves, being associated but mediated effect, even when adjusting contacts. Psychologists other practitioners should be aware that clients might increased risk potential burden measures.

Language: Английский

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The impact of COVID‐19 on the peer relationships of adolescents around the world: A rapid systematic review

Journal of Research on Adolescence, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 29, 2024

Abstract The main objective of this rapid systematic review was to examine how the COVID‐19 pandemic impacted peer relationships for adolescents (10–25 years age) around globe. We focused on four indices relationships: (1) loneliness, (2) social connectedness, (3) support, and (4) media use. In addition, we examined gender age differences. Four databases (APA PsychInfo, PubMed, Scopus, Web Science) were searched articles published from January 2020 November 2022. A total 96 studies (cross‐sectional: n = 66, longitudinal: 30, quantitative: 67, qualitative: 12, mixed‐methods: 17) met our inclusion criteria (empirical observational with data at least one interest, cross‐sectional COVID‐19‐related experiences or longitudinal collected during pandemic, range 10–25 years, typically developing adolescents). extracted conducted a narrative synthesis. Findings suggest that disruptions negatively youth. Most reported either an increase in loneliness over course positive association between experiences. Similar findings observed increased use as means continued communication connection. Fewer support but those did decrease negative Lastly, mixed impact which might be due strengthening closer ties weakening more distant relationships. Results differences mixed, comparison across ages not possible. heterogeneity measures well timing collection prevented nuanced examination short long‐term impacts.

Language: Английский

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The relationship between physical activity and sleep disorders in adolescents: a chain-mediated model of anxiety and mobile phone dependence

BMC Psychology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12(1)

Published: Dec. 18, 2024

Adolescent sleep disorders have emerged as a significant global public health issue. This study aims to investigate the relationship between physical activity and in adolescents, further analyze chain mediating effects of anxiety mobile phone dependence, with goal providing empirical evidence for related clinical research. cross-sectional collected data through an offline questionnaire survey conducted 2024. The assessed activity, disorders, anxiety, dependence. Descriptive statistics correlation analyses were utilized construct mediation model. A total 495 valid samples obtained, 227 girls (45.9%) 268 boys (54.1%). average age participants was 13.37 years (SD = 1.05). results indicated negative correlations adolescent disorders. Anxiety dependence fully mediated provides insight into underlying mechanisms linking adolescents. Physical not only has direct effect on but also indirectly predicts its impact It is recommended that families schools encourage increased among it can reduce thereby alleviating

Language: Английский

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Comparing Mental Health of Athletes and Non-athletes as They Emerge From a COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown

Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 3

Published: May 20, 2021

Athletes going through transition periods such as injury or retirement have previously reported feelings of depression and anxiety, especially when feeling unsupported. Cessation competitive sport during the pandemic has forced athletes a non-normative reduced many opportunities to satisfy their basic psychological needs increasing risk poor wellbeing loneliness. Whilst are often praised for resilience—a trait that serves support them tough times—the inability play can be particularly challenging those with strong athletic identities. An online cross-sectional survey ( n = 744) was conducted capture adult athlete non-athlete mental health factors (specifically wellbeing, depression, loneliness) emergence from COVID-19 lockdown. Results showed resilience positively correlated but no higher in than non-athletes. Furthermore, greater anxiety non-athletes, difference mediated by negative affectivity—a subfactor identity. We present evidence after temporary away sport, athletes' is comparable non-athletes leaving just likely suffer health. Moreover, identities experience symptoms above beyond Findings implications development self-management guidance restrictions on participation continue.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and correlates of loneliness, perceived and objective social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Evidence from a representative survey in Germany

Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 57(10), P. 1969 - 1978

Published: April 27, 2022

Abstract Purpose Our aim was to identify the prevalence and correlates of loneliness, perceived objective social isolation in German population during COVID-19 pandemic. Methods Data were taken from a representative survey with n = 3075 individuals (18–70 years; August/September 2021). Valid measures used quantify outcomes (loneliness: De Jong Gierveld scale; isolation: Bude/Lantermann tool; Lubben Social Network Scale). Multiple logistic regressions these three outcomes. Results The loneliness 83.4%, 59.1% 28.9%. rate significantly differed between subgroups (e.g., 73.9% among aged 18–29 years, whereas it 48.8% 60–70 years). In regression analysis, several identified marital status, age group (with changing signs), migration background, sports activities, or self-rated health). Conclusion study particularly very extraordinarily high rates for respectively. Knowledge about group) may help address ongoing

Language: Английский

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Understanding and overcoming challenges in times of personal or global crisis—Editorial on the Special Issue on Loneliness and Health

Applied Psychology Health and Well-Being, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 15(1), P. 3 - 23

Published: Dec. 7, 2022

Abstract The ever‐present interest in loneliness has increased during the last decade. Although is generally not as prevalent other topics and among top 5 most read papers journal Applied Psychology: Health Well‐Being , it closely connected to therein, such well‐being health. Conceptualizing indicator of risk, may function a cue for action. Accordingly, understanding loneliness, its development, prevalence, effects, how support individuals prevent or overcome key main aim this special issue. Therefore, theories models are reviewed paper synthesized together with aspects relating field research intervention. we propose an agenda including determinants (e.g., risk groups), proceed (various methods), intervention components behavior change techniques, SDGs), perform dissemination (open science practices, co‐creative approaches, etc.). original studies issue provide stimulating examples. Moreover, commentaries give new insights inspiring ideas. Overall, aims readers lens which re‐examine their own research, enable innovation, empower addressing interconnection synergistically.

Language: Английский

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Comparative Study of the Long-Term Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health and Nutritional Practices Among International Elite and Sub-Elite Athletes: A Sample of 1420 Participants from 14 Countries

Sports Medicine - Open, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 9(1)

Published: Nov. 8, 2023

Although several studies have shown that the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) lockdown has had negative impacts on mental health and eating behaviors among general population athletes, few examined long-term effects elite sub-elite athletes. The present study aimed to investigate impact of COVID-19 in versus athletes two years into pandemic. A cross-sectional comparative was conducted between March April 2022, involving from 14 countries, using a convenient non-probabilistic snowball sampling method. total 1420 (24.5 ± 7.9 old, 569 elites, 35% women, 851 sub-elites, 45% women) completed an online survey-based questionnaire. questionnaire included sociodemographic survey, information about pandemic, Depression, Anxiety Stress Scale-21 Items (DASS-21) for assessment, Rapid Eating Assessment Participants (REAP-S) assessing behavior.The results showed compared lower scores DASS-21 (p = .001) its subscales depression .003), anxiety .007), stress < .001), as well REAP-S score indicating diet quality .013).In conclusion, were likelier better profiles than but surprisingly quality.

Language: Английский

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Increased experiences of loneliness during the COVID‐19 pandemic, emotional distress and changes in perceived physical and mental health: A structural equation model

Nursing Open, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11(3)

Published: March 1, 2024

Abstract Aim To explore how experiences of increased loneliness during the COVID‐19 pandemic affected emotional distress and changes in perceptions physical mental health. Design Cross‐sectional study. Methods Data from Socio‐Economic Impacts Covid‐19 Survey, a national survey administered to 5033 adults August September 2020 United States, was utilized this Structural equation modelling used analyse associations between pandemic, Results Among 47% participants who reported 31% poorer perceived change health 12% Increased were significantly associated with changes. Emotional mediated effect These findings highlight importance producing preventative actions combat after future pandemics order improve perceptions, which can result negative outcomes over time.

Language: Английский

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Loneliness in Emerging Adulthood: A Scoping Review

Adolescent Research Review, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: May 9, 2024

Abstract Loneliness is prevalent during emerging adulthood (approximately 18–25 years) and an important issue given it has been linked to poorer physical mental health outcomes. This preregistered scoping review aimed provide overview of the literature on loneliness in adulthood, including (a) conceptualization measurement loneliness, (b) theories used, (c) risk factors outcomes examined, (d) sex-gender differences observed, (e) characteristics adult samples previously researched. Following Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) guidelines, seven electronic databases were searched for articles focused published from 2016 2021, where mean age participants was ≥ 18 ≤ 25 years. Of 4068 papers screened, 201 included final review. Findings suggest need a clearer consensus regarding adults more qualitative work exploring adults’ subjective experiences loneliness. Results highlight over-reliance cross-sectional studies. Over two thirds described their sample as university students median percentage females 63.30%. Therefore, fewer studies using convenience population-based, longitudinal research needed understand predicting over time, downstream impact adults.

Language: Английский

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