Psychological impact of the quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic on the general European adult population: a systematic review of the evidence

Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 31

Published: Jan. 1, 2022

Abstract Aims Due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) different countries implemented quarantine measures limit spread of virus. Many studies analysed mental health consequences restrictive confinement, some which focused their attention on specific populations. The general public's also requires significant attention, however. This study aimed evaluate effects COVID-19 population's in European countries. Risk and protective factors associated with psychological symptoms were analysed. Methods A systematic search was conducted four electronic databases (PubMed, PsycINFO, Scopus Google Scholar). Studies published up until 20th April 2021, following eligibility criteria selected for this review. One thousand three hundred thirty-five (1335) screened, 105 included. Via network analysis, current investigated pathways that underlie possible risk outcomes. Results Anxiety, depression, distress post-traumatic are frequently experienced during often changes sleeping eating habits. Some socio-demographic COVID-19-related variables found be an individual's wellbeing. In particular, being female, young, having a low income, unemployed COVID-19-like or chronic disorders, most common symptoms. Conclusions pandemic represented unprecedented threat globally. order prevent morbidity offer support tailored short-, medium- long-term negative outcomes, it is essential identify direct indirect psychosocial lockdown measures, especially certain vulnerable groups. addition reduce curve viral transmission, policy makers should urgently take into consideration provisions alleviate hazards health.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and Risk Factors for Post-Traumatic Stress in Hospitalized and Non-Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 18(4), P. 2079 - 2079

Published: Feb. 20, 2021

This population-based study assessed the prevalence and determinants of symptom-defined post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in a cohort hospitalized non-hospitalized patients about 1.5–6 months after their COVID-19 onset. The data were acquired from two mixed postal/web surveys June–September 2020 all aged ≥18 years with positive polymerase chain reaction for severe acute respiratory syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) until 1 June 2020, comprising both subjects. catchment areas included hospitals covers 17% population Norway. In total, 211 938 subjects received invitation. PTSD was using checklist DSM-5 (PCL-5). Determinants symptoms analyzed multivariable logistic linear regression analysis. 583 (51%) responded at median 116 (range 41–200) days 9.5% 7.0% (p = 0.80). Female sex, born outside Norway, dyspnea during risk factors persistent symptoms. subjects, previous depression symptom load also associated conclusion, load, but not hospitalization, severity.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and Sociodemographic Predictors of Mental Health in a Representative Sample of Young Adults from Germany, Israel, Poland, and Slovenia: A Longitudinal Study during the COVID-19 Pandemic

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(3), P. 1334 - 1334

Published: Jan. 25, 2022

The aim of this cross-national longitudinal study was to evaluate the prevalence and sociodemographic predictors mental health indicators (coronavirus-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), perceived stress, anxiety, depression, suicidal/self-harm ideation) during coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in a three-month period among representative samples young adults from Germany, Israel, Poland, Slovenia. participants were 1724 between 20 40 years age (M = 30.74, SD 5.74). first measurement (T1) February 2021 second (T2) May-June 2021. each country: Germany (n 418, 24%), Israel 428, 25%), Poland 446, 26%), Slovenia 431, 25%). Women constituted 54% 935) total sample. coronavirus-related PTSD measured by PCL-S, (PSS-10), anxiety (GAD-7), depression (PHQ-8), suicidal ideation (PHQ-9). completed an online questionnaire that also included physical activity (PA) variables. Pearson's χ2 independence test used for comparisons McNemar's changes, whereas generalized estimating equations (GEEs) change indices. Significant differences found countries dimension both T1 T2, with moderate effect sizes ideation. highest rate risk rates there insufficient PA lowest Israeli reported other T2. decreases observed T2 compared There no or Being single predictor changes all Having children factor high stress. student A younger (20-29 years) predicted risk, female gender indices improved over time remained stable. groups are most prone problems individuals, students, parents adulthood across countries. Future intervention programs should consider these factors when prioritizing, planning, implementing such programs.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and factors associated with psychological burden in COVID-19 patients and their relatives: A prospective observational cohort study

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 16(5), P. e0250590 - e0250590

Published: May 5, 2021

Background Due to the dramatic measures accompanying isolation and general uncertainty fear associated with COVID-19, patients relatives may be at high risk for adverse psychological outcomes. Until now there has been limited research focusing on prevalence of distress factors in COVID-19 their relatives. The objective our study was assess 30 days after hospital discharge. Methods In this prospective observational cohort two Swiss tertiary-care hospitals we included consecutive adult hospitalized between March June 2020 a proven Psychological defined as symptoms anxiety and/or depression measured Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale (HADS), i.e., score ≥8 subscale. We further evaluated post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), ≥1.5 Impact Event Scale-Revised (IES-R). Results Among 126 patients, 24 (19.1%) had 10 (8.7%) PTSD multivariate logistic regression analyses three were independently patients: resilience (OR 0.82; 95%CI 0.71 0.94; p = 0.005), levels perceived 1.21; 1.06 1.38; 0.006) low frequency contact 7.67; 1.42 41.58; 0.018). model showed good discrimination, an area under receiver-operating characteristic curve (AUC) 0.92. 153 relatives, 35 (22.9%) distress, 3 (2%) PTSD. For negatively 0.85; 0.75 0.96; 0.007), whereas overall burden caused by positively 1.72; 1.31 2.25; p<0.001). also AUC 0.87. Conclusion A relevant number well exhibited These results might aid development strategies prevent

Language: Английский

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Psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals with serious mental disorders: A systematic review of the literature

World Journal of Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 11(12), P. 1387 - 1406

Published: Dec. 15, 2021

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is having a great impact on individuals from all over the world, particularly with mental disorders. Several studies found more pronounced psychiatric symptoms, notably symptoms of depression and anxiety.To assess situation patients serious illness (SMI: Affective disorders schizophrenia) regarding their health outcome during pandemic.A systematic search using databases PubMed MEDLINE was conducted, employing key words "COVID-19", "SARS-CoV-2", "psychiatric/mental disorder/illness", "affective/mood disorder", "bipolar "(major) depression", "schizoaffective "schizophrenia". Studies that had been published up until January 9, 2021 were included. Information in languages other than English German mostly taken abstracts.The literature concluded finding 36 containing relevant clinical data. A general impairment SMI could be detected, affective disorders, as compared to those schizophrenia. Compared healthy controls, anxiety, depression, stress SMI. Relevant factors impacted age, resilience, socioeconomic environment, especially shortage services, lack social support, inadequate information about COVID-19.In light these results, services should reinforced, use telemental services. Furthermore, supplying adequate COVID-19 increasing resilience important. When researching SMI, standardization well follow-up are needed enable better comparability understanding.

Language: Английский

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Loneliness and Its Associated Factors Nine Months after the COVID-19 Outbreak: A Cross-National Study

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 18(6), P. 2841 - 2841

Published: March 11, 2021

COVID-19 has been a global healthcare concern impacting multiple aspects of individual and community wellness. As one moves forward with different methods to reduce the infection mortality rates, it is critical continue study impact that national local "social distancing" policies have on daily lives individuals. The aim this was examine loneliness in relation risk assessment, measures taken against risks, concerns, social media use, while adjusting for sociodemographic variables. cross-sectional collected data from 3474 individuals USA, UK, Norway, Australia. Loneliness measured de Jong Gierveld Scale. Multiple linear regression used analysis associations between results showed concerns about finances were more strongly associated loneliness, future emotional loneliness. Longer time spent higher In conclusion, pandemic-related seem affect perceptions While can be productively maintain relationships, thereby prevent excessive use may counterproductive.

Language: Английский

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The Persistence of Slowed Time Experience During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Two Longitudinal Studies in France

Frontiers in Psychology, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Sept. 1, 2021

The home confinement imposed on people to fight the COVID-19 pandemic interrupted flow of time by disrupting daily life, making them feel that was passing slowly. aim this longitudinal study evaluate evolution over subjective experience and its significant predictors (boredom, decreased happiness, life rhythm, sleep quality). Twso samples French participants were followed up: first for several weeks during lockdown (April 2020) then 1year later 2021; Study 1), second 6months (November 2). Our shows have feeling has passed slowly since beginning it not resumed normal course. This is explained a persistent boredom characteristic depressive state taken hold in population. findings therefore suggest repeated contexts did contribute re-establishing perception time, which acceleration would testified.

Language: Английский

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Symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Health Care Personnel in Norwegian ICUs during the First Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic, a Prospective, Observational Cross-Sectional Study

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(12), P. 7010 - 7010

Published: June 8, 2022

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has induced demanding work situations in intensive care units (ICU). objective of our study was to survey psychological reactions, the disturbance social life, effort, and support ICU nurses, physicians, leaders. Methods: From May July 2020, this cross-sectional included 484 professionals from 27 hospitals throughout Norway. Symptoms anxiety depression were measured on Hopkins Symptom Checklist-10 (HSCL-10). post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) PCL-5. Results: population highly educated experienced professionals, well prepared for working with COVID-ICU patients. However, 53% felt socially isolated 67% reported a fear infecting others. Probable cases found 12.5% registered 11.6% 4.1% Younger age <5 years previous experiences predictors high HSCL-10 scores. Reported symptom-defined PTSD nurses 7.1%; leaders, 4.1%; 2.3% physicians. Conclusions: health talking colleagues as most helpful source support. leaders significantly higher mean score than physicians terms pushing themselves toward producing effort.

Language: Английский

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Recurrence of post-traumatic stress disorder: systematic review of definitions, prevalence and predictors

BMC Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: Jan. 9, 2024

Many people will experience a potentially traumatic event in their lifetime and minority go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A wealth of literature explores different trajectories PTSD, focusing mostly resilient, chronic, recovered delayed-onset trajectories. Less is known about other potential such as recurring episodes PTSD after initial recovery, date there has been no estimate what percentage those who initially recover from later recurrence. This systematic review aimed synthesise existing identify (i) how 'recurrence' defined the literature; (ii) prevalence recurrent PTSD; (iii) factors associated with

Language: Английский

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A comparison between healthcare workers and non-healthcare workers’ anxiety, depression and PTSD during the initial COVID -19 lockdown

Public Health in Practice, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 3, P. 100267 - 100267

Published: May 5, 2022

Several studies have found that Healthcare workers are vulnerable to mental health problems during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, few made comparisons of healthcare (HCWs) and non-HCWs. The current study aimed compare among HCWs with non-HCWs initial lockdown COVID 19.A population-based cross-sectional survey.The survey was conducted by means an open web link between April May 2020. Data were collected self-report. PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) used assess posttraumatic stress.A total 4527 citizens answered questionnaire 32.1% HCWs. majority female, under 60 years age, lived in urban areas. Among HCWs, registered nurses working hospitals. prevalence 12.8% vs 19.1% anxiety, 8.5% 14.5% depression 13.6% 20.9% respectively. highest prevalence's anxiety those 40 age having low education level (<12 years).Mental significantly lower compared poses a challenge especially young education. Providing support, appropriate education, training, authoritative information different members could be effective ways minimize psychological effect.

Language: Английский

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