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  • 1Anesthesiologist in chief, Clinica los Rosales, Pereira, Colombia.

Revista Colombiana De Psiquiatria
|February 6, 2023
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Anxiety symptoms are prevalent in Colombian healthcare workers (HCWs) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Female HCWs, those with a psychiatric history, and those living with high-risk relatives reported higher anxiety levels.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Mental Health

Context:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted global health systems.
  • Healthcare workers (HCWs) faced unprecedented challenges, including increased risk of infection and psychological distress.
  • Understanding the mental health burden on HCWs is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of anxiety symptoms among Colombian HCWs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To identify risk factors associated with higher anxiety levels in this population.
  • To identify protective factors associated with lower anxiety levels.

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional study surveyed 568 Colombian HCWs using Zung's self-rating anxiety scale.
  • 28.9% of HCWs reported anxiety symptoms, with 9.2% experiencing moderate-to-severe symptoms.
Keywords:
AnxietyColombiaCoronavirusHealthcare WorkersMental Health

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  • Risk factors included female sex, living with high-risk individuals, and a personal psychiatric history. Adequate personal protective equipment and age over 40 were protective.

    • Impact:

    • Findings highlight the significant psychological toll of the pandemic on HCWs.
    • Identifies specific subgroups of HCWs at higher risk for anxiety, informing targeted support strategies.
    • Emphasizes the need for mental health support systems for HCWs during public health crises.