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Anxiety Among Correctional/Detention Health Professionals and Associated Risk Factors During the Coronavirus Disease
Gina C Tomkus1, Tracy Matthews1
1College of Graduate Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Kirksville, Missouri, USA.
Summary
Correctional health professionals experienced significant anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Female gender, younger age, and less access to personal protective equipment were linked to higher anxiety levels in this group.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Mental Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant mental health challenges globally.
- Correctional health professionals are a unique population facing specific stressors.
- Understanding anxiety prevalence and risk factors in this group is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess anxiety symptoms among health professionals in correctional facilities.
- To identify demographic, exposure, and practice-related risk factors for anxiety.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was administered to 192 correctional health professionals.
- The Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) scale measured anxiety symptoms.
- Statistical analyses included Chi square, Mann-Whitney U, and Pearson's correlation.
Main Results:
- 27.1% of participants reported at least moderate anxiety symptoms (GAD-7 score ≥10).
- Higher anxiety levels were associated with female gender, younger age, facility type, limited personal protective equipment access, and chronic medical conditions.
Conclusions:
- Correctional health professionals experience a substantial psychological burden due to COVID-19.
- Targeted behavioral health interventions are recommended for this vulnerable population.
- Further research should explore specific intervention strategies.
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