scholarly journals Mental Health Impact of COVID-19: A global study of risk and resilience factors

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martyna Beata Plomecka ◽  
Susanna Gobbi ◽  
Rachael Neckels ◽  
Piotr Radziński ◽  
Beata Skórko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Risk And Resilience ◽  
Psychiatric Condition ◽  
Daily Exercise ◽  
Resilience Factors ◽  
Exposure To Trauma

This study anonymously screened 13,332 individuals worldwide for psychological symptoms related to Corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic from March 29th to April 14th, 2020. A total of n=12,817 responses were considered valid with responses from 12 featured countries and five WHO regions. Female gender, pre-existing psychiatric condition, and prior exposure to trauma were identified as notable risk factors, whereas optimism, ability to share concerns with family and friends like usual, positive prediction about COVID-19, and daily exercise predicted fewer psychological symptoms. These results could aid in dynamic optimization of mental health services during and following COVID-19 pandemic.

scholarly journals Mental Health Impact of COVID-19: A global study of risk and resilience factors

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martyna Beata Płomecka ◽  
Susanna Gobbi ◽  
Rachael Neckels ◽  
Piotr Radziński ◽  
Beata Skórko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Risk And Resilience ◽  
Psychiatric Condition ◽  
Daily Exercise ◽  
Resilience Factors ◽  
Exposure To Trauma

AbstractThis study anonymously screened 13,332 individuals worldwide for psychological symptoms related to Corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic from March 29th to April 14th, 2020. A total of n=12,817 responses were considered valid with responses from 12 featured countries and five WHO regions. Female gender, pre-existing psychiatric condition, and prior exposure to trauma were identified as notable risk factors, whereas optimism, ability to share concerns with family and friends like usual, positive prediction about COVID-19, and daily exercise predicted fewer psychological symptoms. These results could aid in dynamic optimization of mental health services during and following COVID-19 pandemic.

The Mental Health Consequences of Mass Shootings

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah R. Lowe ◽  
Sandro Galea
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Media Coverage ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Health Impact ◽  
Psychological Outcomes ◽  
Empirical Literature ◽  
Mass Shootings ◽  
Perceived Safety ◽  
Mass Shooting

Mass shooting episodes have increased over recent decades and received substantial media coverage. Despite the potentially widespread and increasing mental health impact of mass shootings, no efforts to our knowledge have been made to review the empirical literature on this topic. We identified 49 peer-reviewed articles, comprised of 27 independent samples in the aftermath of 15 mass shooting incidents. Based on our review, we concluded that mass shootings are associated with a variety of adverse psychological outcomes in survivors and members of affected communities. Less is known about the psychological effects of mass shootings on indirectly exposed populations; however, there is evidence that such events lead to at least short-term increases in fears and declines in perceived safety. A variety of risk factors for adverse psychological outcomes have been identified, including demographic and pre-incident characteristics (e.g., female gender and pre-incident psychological symptoms), event exposure (e.g., greater proximity to the attack and acquaintance with the deceased), and fewer psychosocial resources (e.g., emotion regulation difficulties and lower social support). Further research that draws on pre-incident and longitudinal data will yield important insights into the processes that exacerbate or sustain post-incident psychological symptoms over time and provide important information for crisis preparedness and post-incident mental health interventions.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Acute and Persistent Psychological Disturbances During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martyna Beata Płomecka ◽  
Susanna Gobbi ◽  
Rachael Neckels ◽  
Piotr Radziński ◽  
Beata Skórko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Virus Disease ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Online Study ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
Psychological Disturbances ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Exposure To Trauma

Abstract Background: The emergence of Corona virus disease (COVID-19) and wide-spread counter-measures, such as quarantine and social distancing, can have a significant impact on mental health of individuals. Methods: This online study anonymously screened 13,332 individuals worldwide for acute psychological symptoms related to Corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic from March 29th to April 14th, 2020. A total of n=12,817 responses were considered valid. n=1077 participants from Europe were screened a second time during May 15th to May 30th to longitudinally ascertain the persistence of psychological effects. Results: Female gender, pre-existing psychiatric condition, and prior exposure to trauma were identified as notable factors associated with increased acute psychological symptoms during COVID-19. The same factors, in addition to, being related to someone who demised due to COVID-19 and using social media more than usual predicted persistence of psychological disturbances. Optimism, ability to share concerns with family and friends like usual, positive prediction about COVID-19, and daily exercise predicted fewer acute and persistent psychological symptoms. Conclusions: Females, psychiatric patients, and individuals with previous exposure to trauma are at increased risk of being persistently psychologically affected by COVID-19.

scholarly journals The study protocol: Neuroendocrinology and (epi-) genetics of female reproductive transition phase mood disorder - an observational, longitudinal study from pregnancy to postpartum

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandra Johann ◽  
Ulrike Ehlert
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Family System ◽  
Risk And Resilience ◽  
Pregnancy And Postpartum ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Resilience Factors ◽  
Insight Into

Abstract Background Postpartum depression is considered to be one of the most common health threats during pregnancy and postpartum, affecting not only the woman herself but also the offspring and the whole family system. Evidence for a conclusive etiopathological model with distinct risk and resilience factors is still broadly lacking. Therefore, the aim of the present study is to investigate numerous health-related markers to obtain greater insight into which biopsychosocial profiles render women more vulnerable to PPD or facilitate a healthy transition from pregnancy to postpartum. Methods The observational, longitudinal study aims to include a total of 288 physically healthy women, aged 20–45 years. A multitude of relevant parameters, of an (epi-) genetic, endocrinological, physiological and psychological nature, will be assessed over a period of 5 months, following the participants from the 3rd trimester until three months postpartum. Discussion The ultimate goal of the present study is to ameliorate mental health care during pregnancy and postpartum, by gaining a better understanding of the underlying biopsychosocial mechanisms that women undergo during the transition from pregnancy to postpartum.

scholarly journals Psychological Symptoms in COVID-19 Patients: Insights into Pathophysiology and Risk Factors of Long COVID-19

Biology ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 61
Author(s):  
Angel Yun-Kuan Thye ◽  
Jodi Woan-Fei Law ◽  
Loh Teng-Hern Tan ◽  
Priyia Pusparajah ◽  
Hooi-Leng Ser ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Health Consequences ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 2 ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Central Nervous System ◽  
Psychiatric Sequelae

There is growing evidence of studies associating COVID-19 survivors with increased mental health consequences. Mental health implications related to a COVID-19 infection include both acute and long-term consequences. Here we discuss COVID-19-associated psychiatric sequelae, particularly anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), drawing parallels to past coronavirus outbreaks. A literature search was completed across three databases, using keywords to search for relevant articles. The cause may directly correlate to the infection through both direct and indirect mechanisms, but the underlying etiology appears more complex and multifactorial, involving environmental, psychological, and biological factors. Although most risk factors and prevalence rates vary across various studies, being of the female gender and having a history of psychiatric disorders seem consistent. Several studies will be presented, demonstrating COVID-19 survivors presenting higher rates of mental health consequences than the general population. The possible mechanisms by which the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) enters the brain, affecting the central nervous system (CNS) and causing these psychiatric sequelae, will be discussed, particularly concerning the SARS-CoV-2 entry via the angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE-2) receptors and the implications of the immune inflammatory signaling on neuropsychiatric disorders. Some possible therapeutic options will also be considered.

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