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PSYCHOLOGICAL FEATURES OF THE REHABILITATION OF PERSONS IN POST-COVID-19 CONDITION
A Bondarenko1, O Malieieva2, D Malieiev2
11Kharkiv National Medical University, Ukraine.
Georgian Medical News
|July 4, 2024
Summary
COVID-19 survivors experience higher anxiety levels, with moderate anxiety affecting 64% post-infection. Psychological rehabilitation significantly reduced anxiety in these patients, moving most to minimal levels.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic (caused by SARS-CoV-2) has led to significant global health challenges.
- A key concern is the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on mental health, necessitating effective psychological and psychiatric interventions.
- Cognitive disorders are frequently observed in patients post-COVID-19, highlighting the need for targeted psychosocial rehabilitation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a comprehensive psychological intervention program for patients with cognitive disorders following SARS-CoV-2 infection.
- To assess the effectiveness of this intervention in reducing anxiety levels and improving mental well-being.
Main Methods:
- The study involved two groups: patients with a history of SARS-CoV-2 infection and a control group without COVID-19.
- Anxiety levels were measured using the GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item) test before and after the intervention.
- Psychological rehabilitation included cognitive training and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy.
Main Results:
- Patients who recovered from COVID-19 exhibited significantly higher initial anxiety levels compared to the control group.
- Post-COVID-19, 64% of patients reported moderate anxiety and 6% high anxiety, versus 68% minimal anxiety in the control group.
- Following psychological rehabilitation, the majority of COVID-19 patients (58%) moved to the minimal anxiety level, with average GAD-7 scores decreasing from 10.12 to 7.24.
- Patients not undergoing rehabilitation still predominantly showed moderate anxiety (54%) a month later.
Conclusions:
- COVID-19 survivors with cognitive deficits demonstrate elevated anxiety, underscoring the mental health impact of the infection.
- A structured program of psychological interventions, including cognitive training and CBT, is effective in reducing anxiety among post-COVID-19 patients.
- Psychosocial rehabilitation plays a critical role in managing persistent cognitive deficits and improving the mental health of individuals affected by COVID-19.
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