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Anxiety, Depression and Death Anxiety in Individuals with COVID-19

Songül Karadağ1, Çiğdem Ergin2, Sevilay Erden3

  • 1Department of Internal Diseases Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Çukurova University, Adana, Turkey.

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|September 5, 2022
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COVID-19 patients hospitalized with the virus experience high levels of death anxiety, anxiety, and depression. These psychological distress indicators were significantly correlated, highlighting the need for integrated care approaches.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Medical Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • COVID-19 hospitalizations present unique psychological challenges for patients.
  • Understanding the prevalence of death anxiety, anxiety, and depression is crucial for patient care.
  • Previous research indicates a potential link between severe illness and psychological distress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the levels of death anxiety, anxiety, and depression in hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
  • To investigate the correlations between these psychological states.
  • To inform the development of supportive care strategies for COVID-19 survivors.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 300 patients with confirmed COVID-19 was recruited from hospital specialized clinics.
  • Data were collected using a Patient Information Form, the Death Anxiety Scale (DAS), and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS).

Main Results:

  • A significant proportion of patients exhibited high levels of anxiety (28.7%), depression (45.0%), and death anxiety (33.3%).
  • A highly significant positive correlation was observed between death anxiety and both anxiety and depression scores (p < .001).

Conclusions:

  • Hospitalized COVID-19 patients are at substantial risk for psychological distress, including death anxiety, anxiety, and depression.
  • Addressing patients' psychological needs holistically is essential for comprehensive care, alongside physical treatment.
  • Further research into non-pharmacological interventions for managing these psychological issues in COVID-19 patients is warranted.

Keywords:
COVID-19anxietydeath anxietydepressionnursing

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