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- Title
Depression, Anxiety and Stress Among Indians in Times of Covid-19 Lockdown.
- Authors
Rehman, Usama; Shahnawaz, Mohammad G.; Khan, Neda H.; Kharshiing, Korsi D.; Khursheed, Masrat; Gupta, Kaveri; Kashyap, Drishti; Uniyal, Ritika
- Abstract
Covid-19 has caused significant distress around the globe. Apart from the evident physical symptoms in infected cases, it has caused serious damage to public mental health. India, like other countries, implemented a nationwide lockdown to contain and curb the transmission of the virus. The current research is an attempt to explore psychological distress among people residing in India during the lockdown. Four hundred and three participants were asked to complete a questionnaire with questions around symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, and family affluence. The results indicated that people who do not have enough supplies to sustain the lockdown were most affected, and family affluence was found to be negatively correlated with stress, anxiety, and depression. Among different professions, students and healthcare professionals were found to experience stress, anxiety, and depression more than others. Despite the current situation, stress, anxiety, and depression were found to be in normal ranges for mental health professionals highlighting their capabilities to remain normal in times of distress. Policymakers and other authorities may take the assistance of mental health professionals to help overcome psychological issues related to Covid-19.
- Subjects
INDIA; MENTAL depression risk factors; ANXIETY; PSYCHOLOGICAL distress; FAMILIES; MENTAL health services; SOCIAL classes; PSYCHOLOGICAL stress; STUDENTS; SOCIOECONOMIC factors; COVID-19; STAY-at-home orders
- Publication
Community Mental Health Journal, 2021, Vol 57, Issue 1, p42
- ISSN
0010-3853
- Publication type
Academic Journal
- DOI
10.1007/s10597-020-00664-x