Related Experiment Video
Updated: Nov 9, 2025

Polar Histogram Visualization of Acute Stress Disorder Scale Scores for Comprehensive Clinical Assessment
Published on: December 6, 2024
Patients at high risk of suicide before and during a COVID-19 lockdown: ecological momentary assessment study
Aurora Cobo1, Alejandro Porras-Segovia2, María Mercedes Pérez-Rodríguez3
1Department of Signal Theory, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain; and Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Gregorio Marañón, Spain.
Abstract:
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak may have affected the mental health of patients at high risk of suicide. In this study we explored the wish to die and other suicide risk factors using smartphone-based ecological momentary assessment (EMA) in patients with a history of suicidal thoughts and behaviour. Contrary to our expectations we found a decrease in the wish to die during lockdown. This is consistent with previous studies showing that suicide rates decrease during periods of social emergency. Smartphone-based EMA can allow us to remotely assess patients and overcome the physical barriers imposed by lockdown.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Long-term Depression
Calcium Ion Concentration Mechanism
If over...
Long-term Depression
Stress and Mental Health
Individuals with depression often experience challenges in both their personal and professional...
Introduction to Stress and Lifestyle
Panic Disorder
Psychological Responses to Stress

