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COVID-19 related sleep disorders and the mental health
Authors: Kryzhanovskiy S. , Samushia M. , Berishvili T. , Chorbinskaya S. , Shmirev V. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionCOVID-19 affects nervous system and the mental health of patients.ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and insomnia among patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in order to understand mediating factors and inform tailored intervention.MethodsTo the study patients with mild and moderate COVID -19 were included. It was no included patients with diagnosed psychiatric disorders. It was conducted an interview, including using telemedicine technologies, assessed HADS, MFI-20, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire.ResultsIt was analyzed the data of 119 patients, 34% patients was female, mean age 58,7±11,1 range 47 to 69 years. Anxiety-depressive symptoms were observed in 33/119 (28%) patients by HADS scale. Clinically significant anxiety and depression were seen in 11% and 4% of the patients, respectively. In 13% patients was observed as anxiety as depression. An increase in the MFI-20 scale (more than 20 points) was found in 87 (73.0%) patients, sleep disorders in accordance with the PSQI questionnaire was recorded in 32 (27.0%) patients. Sleep disorders were manifested by dissatisfaction with sleep quantity or quality that is associated with difficulty falling asleep. All patients have asthenic symptom.ConclusionsIt was noted that in most patients with COVID-19, along with a depressive and anxiety disorders, an asthenic symptom complex, sleep disturbances are recorded. The choice of the medical intervention should be based on the severity of the violations identified taking into account the side effects of the prescribed drugs, drug interactions and somatic status of patientsDisclosureNo significant relationships.
Prevalence and socio-demographic correlates of psychological health problems in inhabitants of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship during the COVID-19 outbreak
Authors: Cybulska A. , Rachubińska K. , Schneider-Matyka D. , Grochans E. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionPsychological health problems, especially emotional disorders, have become an important topic of considerations for many scientists, because the epidemiology of these disorders is strongly influenced by stressful events, such as the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus pandemic.Objectives
The aim of this study was to evaluate selected parameters of psychosocial functioning as well as socio-demographic correlates of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders and perceived stress among the residents of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship.MethodsAn online questionnaire was completed by 323 participants, in whom the parameters of psychosocial functioning were assessed: symptoms of depression (PHQ-9), anxiety (GAD-7), severity of sleep disorders (AIS) and perceived stress (Perceived Stress Scale).ResultsThe majority of the respondents (75.2%) scored high on the Perceived Stress Scale, almost half of the respondents (47.1%) had sleep disorders and 26% of the participants had no depressive symptoms. Age statistically significantly correlated with the severity of depressive symptoms and sleep disorders. Parental status statistically significantly correlated with the severity of depressive symptoms. There was a strong correlation between the severity of depression and anxiety and a strong correlation between depression and sleep disorders.ConclusionsAge and parental status contributed to the severity of depressive symptoms and the occurrence of sleep disorders among the residents of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Some of the residents of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship showed high levels of stress or insomnia. The severity of depressive symptoms significantly influenced the levels of anxiety and perceived stress, as well as the occurrence of sleep disorders.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Cognitive and emotional factors of the subjective readiness to vaccination against coronavirus in Russia
Authors: Tkhostov A. , Rasskazova E. , Tikhomandritskaya O. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionLow vaccination rate against coronavirus in Russia demands for studies of psychological factors affecting decision to vaccinate. Readiness for vaccination is related to perceptions of risk, concerns and trust in the source of the recommendations (Chung, Thone, Kwon, 2021, Flanagan et al., 2020).ObjectivesTo study the subjective readiness for vaccination against coronavirus and its relationship with pandemic anxiety and attitudes towards vaccination.Methods525 people aged 18 to 65 appraised their readiness to vaccination (Cronbach’s alpha .89-.90), filled out Anxiety Regarding Pandemic Scale (Tkhostov, Rasskazova, 2020), modified version Beliefs About Medication Questionnaire (Horne, 2002) that was reformulated to measure beliefs about vaccination in December 2020.Results
13.2% -17.0% participants reported readiness to be vaccinated. Low readiness rate was due to doubts and mistrust (59.0% -60.4%). Having more friends experienced coronavirus as well as severe or fatal cases of coronavirus illness among personal acquaintances were associated with higher rates of pandemic anxiety but not readiness to vaccinate. Readiness to vaccinate asap was predicted by belief in the effectiveness and lower concern about vaccination (R²=34,6%) and anxiety regarding risks and side effects of the vaccination (ΔR²=1,5%). Decision to refuse was predicted by belief that there are better alternatives of prophylaxis, doubts in effectiveness and concerns about necessity (R²=56,0%).ConclusionsDecision to vaccinate is based both on cognitive confidence in the importance and effectiveness of vaccination, and on less pronounced anxiety about risks and side effects. Research is supported by the Russian Foundation for Basic Research, project No. 20-04-60072.DisclosureResearch is supported by the Russian Foundation for Basic Research, project No. 20-04-60072.
Coping with emotions in pandemic as a factor of somatic complaints during lockdown
Authors: Chernetsova Y. , Emelin V. , Rasskazova E. , Tkhostov A. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionIncrease in affective and somatic complaints during pandemic is considered as related to experienced stress (Wang et al., 2020, Roy et al., 2020, Robillard et al., 2020). Expression or suppression of emotions related to pandemic could affect the vulnerability of people to stressful situations (Gross, Thompson, 2007, Roberts et al., 2008).Objectives
The aim was to reveal a role of suppression / expression emotions regarding pandemic in the changes in somatic and affective complaints in people without coronavirus during lockdown.MethodsIn May 2020 110 people 18-65 years old (61.2% females) without coronavirus appraised their strategy of dealing with different emotions regarding pandemic on the 1-5 scale from emotional expression to hiding and suppression (Cronbach’s alphas) and 26 somatic and emotional symptoms including sleep-related symptoms, daytime functioning, affective symptoms, general physical condition (Cronbach’s alphas .81-.90). In December 2020 they reappraised 26 complaints.ResultsThere were no statistically significant changes in somatic and affective complaints during May-December 2020 (p>.20). Increase in sleep-related complaints (β=.23, p<.05, ΔR2=5.0%) and complaints regarding general physical condition (β=.32, p<.05, ΔR2=10.0%) were more pronounced in those reporting higher expression of emotions related to COVID.ConclusionsPeople with higher emotional reactivity to pandemic situation tend to report increase in sleep-related problems and general worsening of their physical condition during lockdown. Research is supported by the Russian Foundation for Basic Research, project No. 20-013-00799.DisclosureResearch is supported by the Russian Foundation for Basic Research, project No. 20-013-00799
Impact of the COVID19 pandemic on patients followed in psychiatry
Authors: Razki K. , Zgueb Y. , Aissa A. , Ouali U. , Jomli R. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionIn the literature, some studies consider psychiatric patients to be vulnerable to COVID-19, in contrast to other studies that find them rather protected.ObjectivesTo determine the impact of the COVID 19 pandemic on patients undergoing psychiatric care.MethodsThis is a descriptive and cross-sectional study that took place in the psychiatry department A at Razi hospital in Tunisia. We conducted a comparison of patient follow-up between the period of March 2018-2019 and March 2020-2021. For this we used a form including socio demographic data, data concerning the COVID-19 situation, clinical data while comparing the follow-up of patients (hospitalizations, mode of relapses, consultations in the emergency room…)Results100 patients were included, 60% were men, mean age 44 years (+/- 11 years) [19-65 years]. Ninety-seven percent of patients had no personal history of COVID-19 infection. Comparing the pre-pandemic year (2018-2019) and the pandemic year (2020-2021), we note an increase in the rate of emergency room visits of (17.5%) as well as a relapse rate requiring hospitalization in our department in 48%, this figure was 30% in 2019. A statistically significant increase was noted for depressive and anxiety relapses (p=0.04; r=0.7). Fear of catching the virus while attending hospital facilities (17.6%), geographical isolation (17.6%), unavailability of treatment (17%) and poor insight (41.2%) were the primary causes of poor adherence.ConclusionsThe patients followed in our department have presented during this COVID-19 pandemic several relapses of their psychiatric pathologies compared to the previous year.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Perceived social support as a factor in mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Shaigerova L. , Dolgikh A. , Almazova O. , Vakhantseva O. , Shilko R. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionSupport from a different sources can have a critical impact on a person’s mental health in a stressful situation. In situations of prolonged stress, it is necessary to identify the links between specific sources of support and mental health.ObjectivesTo identify the connections between different sources of social support and mental health indicators in different periods during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsDASS (Lovibond, Lovibond, 1995) and MSPSS (Zimet et al., 1988) were applied. The study involved 855 people aged from 18 to 60 years (M=32.9; SD=13.88). The study was conducted online in the spring of 2020 (N=426) and in the winter of 2021 (N=429).ResultsPost Hoc Scheffe revealed that perceived peer support in spring 2020 was significantly lower than in winter 2021 (p<0.05). With Pearson correlation coefficient, we tested the connections between perceived social support from family, friends, and significant others and the level of depression, anxiety, and stress. In spring 2020, all mental health indicators were associated with the perceived social support from all three sources (friends, family, and significant others). In the winter of 2021, depression levels were still associated with the perceived social support from all three sources, while the levels of anxiety and stress were associated only with perceived family support.ConclusionsThus, the study has revealed the dynamics in dependence of mental health indicators on the perceived social support from various sources at different stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. The reported study was funded by RFBR, project number 20-04-60174.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
COVID-19 Pandemic: Another Source of Stress for Medical Students
Authors: Pereira A.T. , Cabacos C. , Araújo A. , Soares M.J. , Brito M.J. , Carvalho F. , Mota D. , Bajouco M. , Madeira N. , Carneiro M. , Macedo A. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed the experience of higher education with potentially negative consequences for students’ wellbeing.ObjectivesTo compare medicine/dentistry students’ depression/anxiety/stress levels before versus during the pandemic and to analyse the role of COVID-19-related stressors in their psychological distress.MethodsStudents from the Faculty of Medicine University of Coimbra answered socio-demographic and personality questionnaires and the Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale/DASS before (academic years 2016-2017-2018-2019 - SAMPLE1; n=1000) and during (September-December 2020 and January-March 2021 - SAMPLE2; n=650) the COVID-19 pandemic. Mean age (21.12±3.75), personality traits scores, and gender proportions (»75% girls) did not significantly differ between samples. SAMPLE2 also filled in the Fear of COVID-19 Scale and a new version of the Inventory of Sources of Stress During Medical Education/ISSDME, containing a COVID-19 -related dimension (restrictions on training and on socializing with friends/colleagues).ResultsSAMPLE2 presented significantly higher mean scores of depression (3.89±3.55vs.3.33±3.34), anxiety (3.27±4.08vs.2.86±3.29), stress (7.07±5.72vs.6.18±4.59) and total DASS (12.28±10.55vs.13.65±11.13) than SAMPLE1 (all p<.05). Fear of COVID-19 was a significant predictor of DASS score (adjusted R2=2.9%, p<.001). COVID-19-related stressors continued explaining significant increments of DASS variance after controlling for each of the ISSDME dimensions: Course demands (R2 Change=1.8%), Human demands (2.5%), Lifestyle (2.3%), Academic competition (5.5%), and Academic adjustment (5.2%) (all p<.001).ConclusionsThis study adds to the evidence of the negative impact of COVID-19 on students and emphasizes its pernicious role on medical students’ psychological distress, which is already higher due to the individual and academic stressors to which they are more exposed.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Changes in Inpatient and Day Patient Treatment during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Insights and Outlook Results of a Study in an Adult Psychiatry Clinic in Germany
Authors: Barth T. , Voigtländer B. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionPossible effects of pandemic-related restrictions and adjustments in psychiatric treatment are currently the focus of interest. This article addresses developments in this respect in our clinic.ObjectivesChanges in clinical practice that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic are to be analysed with regard to possible risks for affected patients.MethodsA clinic-internal analysis was carried out, focusing on comparing a period during the COVID-19 pandemic (01.11.2020-30.04.2021) and a pre-pandemic reference period (01.11.2018-30.04.2019).ResultsFollowing trends were observed during the pandemic period: a. Day patient treatment: - The treatment volume fell to 44%. Notable reductions in the number of treatment cases with main diagnoses [ICD-10] F10.- and F30-F39 by >65% were measured. b. Inpatient treatment: - no significant changes regarding socio-demographic patient data and concerning the type of admission and discharge, - detection of coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 by PCR test in 4.7% of the cases, - a decline in the treatment volume to 87% due to 8% decrease in the number of cases and 5% decrease in the ALOS, with patients with the main diagnosis [ICD-10] F10.- were most affected, - increases regarding the percentage of cases with the main diagnosis [ICD-10] F40-F48 (p<0.05) and in the ALOS of this patient group (by 31%), - a significant rise (p< 0.01) in the ratio of restrained treatment cases.ConclusionsRelated to the decrease in treatment volume, the increase in psychiatric intensive treatment and possible risks in terms of the care situation for patients with the main diagnoses [ICD-10] F10.-, F30-F39 and F40-F48 should be discussed in particular.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Negative emotions associated with self-growth among older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Von Humboldt S. , Mendoza-Ruvalcaba N.M. , Arias-Merino E.D. , Ribeiro-Gonçalves J.A. , Cabras E. , Low G. , Leal I. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionThe Covid-19 pandemic appeared globally (1), thus affecting the self-growth of the older population (2).ObjectivesThe aim of this study is to identify and analyze the negative emotions felt during the pandemic, as well as their impact on self-growth of 226 older individuals of four nationalities: Mexican, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.MethodsThus, a transnational qualitative survey was carried out. A content analysis was performed.ResultsSeven negative emotions were reported, namely: fear, sadness, anger, grief, annoyance, loneliness and shame. These emotions were considerably associated with the following themes: (1) Sharing experiences; (2) Availability of the partner; (3) Spirituality and religion; (4) Be active; (5) Interest in new projects; (6) Civic participation; (7) Sexual activity. Older participants with Mexican and Italian nationality reported that sharing experiences as the most relevant topic, while for the Portuguese and Spanish participants, having a partner available was more important.ConclusionsThis study demonstrated that negative emotions cooperated with the self-growth of older individuals during the Covid-19 pandemic. The heterogeneity of experiences lived by each culture was highlighted, underlining the positive side of negative emotions and their strong connection with the self-growth of the older people. 1.von Humboldt S et al. Smart technology and the meaning in life of older adults during the Covid-19 public health emergency period: A cross-cultural qualitative study. Int Rev Psychiatry, 2020; 1-10. 2. von Humboldt S et al. Does spirituality really matter? - A study on the potential of spirituality to older adult’s adjustment to aging. Jpn Psychol Res, 56;114-125.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Outcomes of COVID-19 in Patients with Mental Disorders
Authors: Petrova N. , Sivashova M. , Pashkovsky V. , Prokopovich G. , Gvozdetckii A. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionClinical practice has shown that SARS-CoV-2 viral infection increases the likelihood of developing mental disorders.Clinical practice has shown that SARS-CoV-2 viral infection increases the likelihood of developing mental disorders.ObjectivesTo analyze clinical indicators of patients with COVID-19 with mental disorders and to identify predictors of adverse outcomes associated with mental state on its basis.MethodsThe study included 97 patients, 41 men and 56 women (62.3±15.3 years of age). During the observation period, 26 people died and 71 people recovered. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire (109 variables). Binary logistic regression and Cox proportional hazards regression were used.ResultsIn the study group, death occurred on average after 11.5 days. In this group, the mental state of patients was more severe with a predominance of cases of delirium. With age, the probability of a fatal outcome increased by 1.03 with each year of life. The severity of mental disorder had a greater impact on the risk of death compared to age (p=0.003). Improvement of the mental state of patients during psychotropic therapy was associated with a reduction in the risk of an unfavorable outcome of coronavirus infection by 11.11 times. The greatest contribution to the unfavorable outcome was made by the severity of infection: the risk of death increased by 33.17 times.ConclusionsA severe or extremely severe mental state increased the risk of death by 4.55 times. The most significant factor in predicting mortality was associated with the severity of the underlying disease.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
Pregnancy and dysfunctional anxiety in women recovered from Covid-19
Authors: Lagha M. , Hamdi G. , Dhaouadi N. , Chebli S. , Ridha R. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionStudies have shown an increasing prevalence of mental health issues in the general population during the COVID-19 pandemic. Among them, pregnant women are a specific population at particular mental risk.ObjectivesThe objectives of our study were to assess dysfunctional anxiety in women recovered from COVID-19 and to identify the impact of pregnancy on coronavirus-related dysfunctional anxiety.MethodsThis was a cross-sectional case-control study.The women in the case group have been infected with Sars-Cov 2, with a benign or pauci-symptomatic clinical form, and cured for one to two months at the time of the study without any post-COVID complications. Women included in the control group have not been infected with Sars-Cov 2 .Anxiety was assessed by the Coronavirus Anxiety Scale (CAS).ResultsIn total, we recruited 30 women in the case group and 30 women in the control group.The average age of the case group was 35.8 ±6.8 years versus an average age of 35.3 ± 6.33 years in the control group. In each group, four women were pregnant (13.3%). Nearly one-third of the patients in the case group had a CAS score indicating dysfunctional anxiety probably related to coronavirus (33.3%), with a significant difference with the control group (p=0.026). In the case group, pregnancy was a risk factor for dysfunctional anxiety with p=0.036, OR=19.46 and CI95% = [1.21-314.00].ConclusionsCOVID-19 has a negative impact on perinatal mental health. Specific support for pregnant women is recommanded during the COVID-19 pandemic.DisclosureNo significant relationships.
“Protect, test, vaccinate”: dealing with Covid-19 in outpatient psychiatric care
Authors: Psota G. , Schuett S. , Vyssoki B. 
Published: September 2022

IntroductionCurbing the spread of the coronavirus and stabilizing the overall psychosocial situation requires compliance with preventive measures: “Protect, test, vaccinate”.ObjectivesPopulation groups with psychosocial problems which are difficult to reach and have a high risk of infection, morbidity and mortality as well as unfavorable help-seeking behavior and generally lower vaccination rates need support.MethodsIn the outpatient psychiatric facilities of the Psychosocial Services in Vienna (PSD-Wien), specific concepts to support “protect, test, vaccinate” were implemented to protect patients and employees. Information about the benefits and risks of vaccination, relieving fears and support in registering and attending vaccination appointments were of special significance.ResultsAnalyzes of selected data from 1,319 patients at PSD-Wien show (period: 1st half of 2021) that these measures made it possible to achieve a significantly higher vaccination willingness in people with severe mental illnesses (84 %) than in the general Austrian population (based on the date of examination, currently approximately 60 %). The same applies to vaccination rates: at least 47 % have received a partial vaccination, of which about half have already received both partial vaccinations.ConclusionsHigh vaccination willingness and rates as well as the necessary protection (wearing masks, keeping distance, complying with hygiene rules) and regular testing must not be a phenomenon of privileged population groups. Psychosocial support is needed so that the trilogy “Protect, test, vaccinate” becomes possible for everyone, including people with severe mental illnesses. Social psychiatry is not just about mental health, but also about physical health care and prevention.DisclosureNo significant relationships.