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Factors associated with anxiety and depression among patients with Covid-19

Imane Saidi1, Paulvon Phérol Koumeka2, Salma Ait Batahar1

  • 1Department of Respiratory Medecine, Arrazi Hospital, Mohammed VI University Hospital Center, Faculty of Medecine and Pharmacy, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, Morocco.

Respiratory Medicine
|June 29, 2021
PubMed

Insights

COVID-19 patients show significant levels of anxiety and depression. Factors like age, oxygen saturation, hospital stay, and family infection are linked to these mental health conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic has caused widespread distress globally.
  • The psychological impact on patients, particularly regarding anxiety and depression, remains under-explored.
  • Understanding these mental health effects is crucial for comprehensive patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the prevalence of anxiety and depression symptoms in COVID-19 patients.
  • To identify factors associated with anxiety and depression among these patients.
  • To inform clinical interventions for mental well-being in COVID-19 patients.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional descriptive survey was conducted.
  • 103 COVID-19 patients at Mohammed VI University Hospital Centre were included.
  • The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) was used to assess symptoms.

Main Results:

  • 36.89% of patients exhibited anxiety symptoms, and 23.30% showed depression symptoms.
  • Anxiety and depression were associated with age, oxygen saturation, hospital stay duration, and family SARS-CoV-2 infection.
  • Gender was also found to be associated with depression.

Conclusions:

  • Hospitalized COVID-19 patients experience elevated rates of anxiety and depression.
  • Mental health monitoring and timely interventions are essential for at-risk patients.
  • Addressing psychological distress is a critical component of COVID-19 patient management.
Abstract

Keywords:
AnxietyCoronavirus impactCovid 19Depression

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